IFS Director

Company: Catholic Charities
Location: Springfield
Posted on: February 19, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Job Summary : Provide administrative oversight and supervision for the Catholic Charities Intact Family Services program. Provide training, supervision and expertise to IFS supervisors. Coordinate access to DCFS systems and training to IFS staff and teams. Maintain and problem-solve DCFS reports and billing issues. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of complex family systems and how to train and support caseworkers and supervisors in engaging families in meaningful services. Receive training in child welfare services, supervision, intervention techniques and applicable laws, rules, and regulations. All under direction of the Director of Operations. Duties/Responsibilities : Provide initial and on-going training for IFS Supervisors, including on-site training, as needed. Provide direct supervision of IFS Supervisors to include additional support and expertise with court/legal proceedings, critical decisions, incident reports, and unsuccessful cases. Provide direct case supervision and team coverage during IFS Supervisory vacancies, leaves of absence, etc. in any of the offices with IFS. Review case files and paperwork for adherence to quality measures set by the agency and other contractual requirements Under the direction of the Director of Operations, compile, analyze and provide oversight to any area identified for improvement via the DCFS dashboard report, non-compliance report and through the various file reviews conducted by the agency. Coordinate initial and ongoing DCFS training enrollment and account access for IFS staff and teams. Maintain weekly caseload/billing reports (including Flex and Intensive Rate reports). Problem-solve billing issues and case classification and/or coding issues. Participate in strategic planning for the IFS program which addresses program growth and exploration of any new DCFS family intervention services. Participate in all quality improvement activities, as directed. Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities, Education and Experience: Master’s degree in Social Work, or closely related field, required. Minimum 5 years IFS child welfare experience with CWEL License, required. Minimum 3 years IFS Supervisory experience, required. Professional oral and written communication skills. Ability to maintain discretion and confidentiality with sensitive information. Ability to work some evenings. Must possess excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. Must possess knowledge and understanding of family systems and area social service resources. Must have reliable transportation and meet criteria of agency’s auto insurance carrier. Related Job Requirements : Some weekend/evening work and travel as required. Who We Are: Catholic Charities is proud of its 100-year history of providing vital social services in our twenty-eight county Springfield Diocese. Today, we maintain a substantial presence in eight communities throughout central Illinois. Area Offices operate in the communities of Alton, Carlinville, Decatur, Effingham, Granite City, Mattoon, Quincy, and Springfield. Catholic Charities also manages facilities in Alton (Catholic Children's Home) and Beardstown (The St. Anne Residence). In addition, outreach services provide relief to many rural communities. The agency has earned national reaccreditation through COA, the Council on Accreditation for Children and Family Services, which certifies that all programs meet best practice social service standards. Our vast array of "Continuum of Care" services include counseling programs, senior services and guardianship, residential care, independent living; special education, emergency shelter care, intact family services, food and clothing distribution, St. John's Breadline, Meals on Wheels, Crisis Assistance, MedAssist, Mobile Food Pantries, Catholic Charities Legal Services, senior housing and discount resale stores. Catholic Charities seeks to respond to the needs of its communities through these diverse programs. Every year, this objective is realized as literally thousands of children and families are positively impacted by our efforts. Catholic Charities offers a robust benefits package including: Health Dental Vision Life 403(b) & Pension Plan Vacation, Sick, & Personal Time 14.5 Holidays Employee Referral Program Flexible schedule Family-friendly work environment Although being a member of the Catholic faith is not a requirement to be employed by Catholic Charities, it is expected and required of all employees to respect, support and uphold the mission of Catholic Charities which is “to extend to all the healing and empowering presence of Jesus”.

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