It's our mission to keep children safe by strengthening and supporting families. Learn about our services and how you can help by becoming a child's forever family through adoption, foster care or guardianship; reporting suspected child abuse or neglect ; or becoming part of the child welfare team by working for Illinois DCFS!
It is important for every person to take child abuse and neglect seriously, be able to recognize it and know what to do next. Report suspected child abuse or neglect online here. Every child deserves to grow up feeling safe, secure and loved. The Department of Children and Family Services DCFS helps thousands of children find permanent, loving homes; and helps thousands more reunite with loved ones. Through a robust system that includes family support, early intervention, youth development, childcare and child welfare services, the department serves as a resource and advocates for children and families alike.
Questions from applicants within the application date range can only be directed to and answered by DCFS. GATA Illinois. Illinois DCFS is hiring for a number of positions across the state. For a list of current available vacancies click here.
Join us at a virtual employment workshop or job fair to learn about job openings and how to apply. January - June Virtual Employment Workshops. July - December Virtual Employment Workshops. Upcoming virtual and in-person job fairs and events. For employment-related questions, email DCFS. Employment illinois. Every child deserves to grow up safe, secure and loved. Visit the Heart Gallery of Illinois to see pictures and learn about children in need of a forever family.
YouthCare is a healthcare program for current and former youth in care. YouthCare's personal care coordinators help families navigate and access health care systems, research providers and schedule appointments. Building a family by adoption or guardianship is a journey, and Illinois DCFS is committed to supporting families along the way.
