Case Practice Reviewer - School of Social Work

University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign, United States

Updated: about 4 hours ago
Location: Urbana, ILLINOIS

Children and Family Research Center

School of Social Work

Located Statewide in Illinois


Job Summary
Participate, lead and potentially develop qualitative case reviews. Qualitative reviews are intensive reviews of Child Welfare cases utilizing a standardized review tool and protocol, which includes file reviews and extensive interviews in order to understand the current outcomes experienced by the child and family, identify strengths and areas in need of improvement, and to communicate those to direct service staff and administrators for practice and system improvement. The various qualitative review processes are always subject to change based on operational need. The below duties and responsibilities are general and apply to qualitative case reviews that occur.
Duties & Responsibilities
  • Read each case electronically and hard file documents as needed.
  • Responsible for organizing and conducting comprehensive interviews with family members, caseworkers, supervisors, foster parents, and other stakeholders that are identified from reviewing the electronic case file.
  • Complete a standardized case review tool, utilizing all of the information gathered through the case file review and through interviews, determine the most appropriate responses and case ratings, then data enter case ratings into an established database at the conclusion of each review.
  • Attend and participate in each case staffing/team and provide an oral and written report during the staffing through discussion of qualitative case findings, will identify strengths and needs of each case reviewed, answer questions, and report on trends identified. For one qualitative review process in particular, identify potential team members for a family and assist the caseworker with convening a Child and Family Team Meeting as needed.
  • Author professional reports that synthesize large amounts of qualitative information from a variety of sources into short, concise, accurate narrative, using a standardized format.
  • Statewide travel for conducting evening interviews, as well as extended stays, as needed.
  • Participate in other related duties as assigned that could include writing ad hoc reports and presenting findings upon request.

Travel Requirements
Statewide travel required.
Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or related field. At least three (3) years of work experience in child welfare field.


Preferred Qualifications

Master’s degree in Social Work or related field. At least three years of work experience in child welfare as a caseworker, supervisor, or CQI staff, including experience completing qualitative case reviews. CWEL licensure. Fluency in a second language. Knowledge of SPSS or SAS.


Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Understanding and working knowledge of Illinois' child welfare system and the ability to apply them to both micro-level and systemic foster care issues i.e., DCFS Rules and Procedures, performance standards, court processes, etc. A thorough knowledge of the new practice model and an ability to relate it to feedback provided Is essential. Understanding of program monitoring and quality improvement processes. Strong communication skills to present high-level and complicated data and information to small, medium, and large audiences, consisting of all types of staff, caseworker to the DCFS Director. Knowledge facilitating large groups of child welfare professionals (direct staff and quality improvement staff) to evaluate and understand detailed data sets, identify areas in need of improvement, develop improvement activities and implementation steps, and ongoing monitoring of the activities in order to adjust as needed. Ability to facilitate smaller case-specific group meetings, including development of a clear agenda and desired outcomes. Ability to conduct in-person interviews with all levels of client stakeholders, including interviews with children, adolescents, young adults, and child welfare staff. Able to work well in a team environment as well as independently. Working knowledge of research concepts, data analysis and reporting. Computer literate, particularly in Microsoft Office products (Excel specifically). Proficient in interviewing, with excellent writing skills and ability to present findings to small and large groups.


Appointment Information

This is a 100% full-time Academic Professional position, appointed on a 12-month basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible after search posting closes. The salary for this position is $60,000. Sponsorship for work authorization is not available for this position. Hybrid work options may be available for this position with the ability to be on-site as needed per the University’s Workplace Flexibility policy.  


Application Procedures & Deadline Information

Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (Central Time) on May 19th, 2025. Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting. Applications not submitted through https://jobs.illinois.edu will not be considered. Upload your cover letter, resume, and names and contact information for three professional references. For further information about this specific position, please contact SW-HR@illinois.edu. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.

The University of Illinois offers a very competitive benefits portfolio, depending on the position. Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits .


The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify .

Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Accommodations may also be requested on the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, and related conditions, or religion. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodations portal , or by contacting the Accessibility & Accommodations Division of the Office for Access and Equity at 217-333-0885, or by emailing accessibility@illinois.edu .


Requisition ID: 1030009
Job Category: Professional and Administrative
Apply at:https://jobs.illinois.edu


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