Top 8 Court social work Jobs in Illinois

Treatment Court Probation Officer
DeKalb County, Illinois —Sycamore, IL
- Weekends as needed
- Microsoft Word
- Spanish
- English
- Wellness program
- Health insurance
Court Advocate
Crisis Center for South Suburbia —Tinley Park, IL
- $47,000 - $49,000 a year
- Full-time
- Bilingual
- Mid-level
- Driver's License
- 403(b) matching
- Health insurance
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Drug Court Coordinator
Fayette County Probation —Vandalia, IL
- From $23 an hour
- Part-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Writing skills
- Flexible schedule
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Court Advocate
HOPE of Ogle County —Rochelle, IL
- $23.87 an hour
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Background check
- Spanish
- Mileage reimbursement
- Dental insurance
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Victim Specialist V - Leighton Courthouse - PFA / Schedule B
Cook County State's Attorney's Office —Chicago, IL
- $64,745 a year
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Mid-level
- Ability to stand for extended periods
3h
Bilingual-Spanish Court Advocate
Between Friends —Rolling Meadows, IL
- $47,000 - $49,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Spanish
- Word processing
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance

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Treatment Court Probation Officer

DeKalb County, Illinois
Sycamore, IL

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Job Details

Benefits

Wellness program
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Paid time off
Pension plan
Vision insurance
Loan forgiveness
Life insurance

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree

Full Job Description

Posted 15-Jun-2026 (CST)
Treatment Courts
133 West State Street, Sycamore, IL, USA
52661 per year
Salary
IMRF pension plan, paid time off, health insurance (employer pays 75% of premiums), dental insurance (employer pays 75% of premiums), vision insurance, employer-paid life insurance, wellness program, Eligible for Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

About the role

Join our Treatment Court team as a Probation Officer dedicated to helping medium- and high-risk offenders successfully complete court-ordered programs. Working under the Treatment Court Supervisor and Director, you will carry a specialized caseload, connecting defendants with community services, monitoring compliance, and collaborating with the full Treatment Court team to support rehabilitation and public safety.

This is a union position with a non-traditional schedule that may include evenings, weekends, and some holidays.

What you'll do

Supervise and counsel defendants placed on your caseload, monitoring all conditions of probation as ordered by the Twenty-Third Judicial Circuit Court and reporting violations to the State's Attorney's Office
Conduct enhanced face-to-face supervision contacts guided by Risk/Need assessment tools and individualized defendant needs
Prepare and present accurate, timely case information for court proceedings, including written reports and testimony
Refer defendants to appropriate community social service agencies and advocate on their behalf for needed services
Collaborate closely with the Treatment Court team to report defendant progress, and to deliver sanctions and incentives as directed
Apply the Effective Casework Model (ECW) in all casework interactions
Maintain accurate case records and submit weekly activity and monthly statistical reports
Attend court sessions, staffings, team meetings, and conduct home visits as required
Build and sustain positive working relationships with allied agencies and community partners

What you'll bring

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university (required); prior experience in probation, criminal justice, social work, or a related field preferred
Strong written communication skills, with the ability to produce clear, professional reports for court and agency use
Effective oral communication skills to gather information from defendants and convey their needs to service providers
Sound analytical judgment and problem-solving ability for casework decisions and policy compliance
Cultural sensitivity and interpersonal awareness across diverse defendant populations
Familiarity with local community social service agencies and resources
Solid organizational and time management skills to handle a varied caseload and meet deadlines
Working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel
Valid driver's license and ability to transport yourself as required for field work and home visits
Bilingual in English and Spanish a plus

Schedule & working conditions

This position is primarily office-based with regular court appearances, home visits, and community agency contacts. A flexible, adaptable schedule is essential, as evening, weekend, and occasional holiday hours are part of the role.

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