Child Welfare Specialist - Advocacy
About The Position
This position is located in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma Position serves as a Specialist at the Child Advocacy Center, investigating complex allegations of abuse and neglect, coordinating services between Child Welfare, the customer and the multi-disciplinary team (MDT). Conduct complex investigations of child abuse or neglect. This process involves interviews, investigations, research and critical thinking, working closely with the local MDT partners. Provide extensive treatment and other services to children and families. Unit covers on-call 24/7 for all serious allegations of abuse/neglect for the county. OKDHS is a Fair Chance Employer. This is a position in the Oklahoma Civil Service. Announcement Number: 25-BC243 83001793/JR48404, 83007579/JR52872, 83007083/JR52891
Requirements
- Must possess a valid driver's license and maintain required car insurance.
- Child Welfare Specialist, Level I Completion of 90 hours from an accredited college or university; OR 3 years of experience related to child welfare work; OR A combination of education and experience.
- Child Welfare Specialist, Level II A bachelor's degree (in any field) to qualify; OR One year of experience as a Child Welfare Specialist.
- Child Welfare Specialist, Level III A Master's degree; OR a Bachelors Degree plus one year of experience as a Child Welfare Specialist; OR Two years of experience as a Child Welfare Specialist.
- Child Welfare Specialist, Level IV Master's Degree plus one year of experience in professional social work in child welfare programs. OR a Bachelors Degree plus two years experience as a Child Welfare Specialist OR Three years of experience as a Child Welfare Specialist.
Responsibilities
- Position serves as a Specialist at the Child Advocacy Center, investigating complex allegations of abuse and neglect, coordinating services between Child Welfare, the customer and the multi-disciplinary team (MDT).
- Conduct complex investigations of child abuse or neglect.
- This process involves interviews, investigations, research and critical thinking, working closely with the local MDT partners.
- Provide extensive treatment and other services to children and families.
- Unit covers on-call 24/7 for all serious allegations of abuse/neglect for the county.
Benefits
- Full State Employee Benefits
- Applicants who possess a Master's Degree in Social Work will be entitled to a salary incentive of an additional 5%.
- On-call positions will receive an additional bonus ranging from $100 to $150 every two weeks, depending on responsibilities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
