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Illinois DCFS recruiting child welfare, protection professionals in Southern Illinois

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The Illinois Department of Children & Family Services is looking for employees.

Recruiters from the Illinois Department of Children and Family services will be part of a Career Fair next week in Marion.

Career opportunities with DCFS include child protection specialists, child welfare specialists and day care licensing representatives. Other in-demand positions include office associates, paralegal assistants, reimbursement officers, and public service administrators.

Bilingual Spanish-speaking employees are also highly sought after by the department and may be eligible for additional compensation. A bachelor's and/ or master's level degree is required.

The Career Fair is set for Wednesday, October 25 from 9 a.m to 2 p.m. at the Pavilion.

Attendees are encouraged to register by Wednesday, October 18. A link to the registration form can be found by clicking here.

Brandon Jones is a student news contributor for WSIU Public Broadcasting located at Southern Illinois University, Carbondale. Contact WSIU Radio at 618-453-6101 or email wsiunews@wsiu.org
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