Child Welfare Specialist I/II/III - PP Relief Unit
About The Position
Working in Child Welfare for Oklahoma's largest state agency means having the opportunity to positively impact the safety and well-being of children and families for generations to come. If you have a passion for social work and making a difference in your local community, OKDHS has a place for you! Join our team and create pathways to hope for all Oklahomans. Extensive training will be provided to new employees. Position serves in a specialized regional unit that provides expert support during non-office hours and to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of after-hour permanency planning processes.
Requirements
- Completion of 90 hours from an accredited college or university.
- 3 years of experience related to child welfare work.
- A bachelor's degree (in any field) to qualify.
- One year of experience as a Child Welfare Specialist.
- A Master's degree.
- A Bachelors Degree plus one year of experience as a Child Welfare Specialist.
- Two years of experience as a Child Welfare Specialist.
- Must possess a valid driver's license and must maintain required car insurance.
Nice To Haves
- Applicants who possess a Master's Degree in Social Work will be entitled to a salary incentive of an additional 5%.
Responsibilities
- Provides services to families that include involving family members as participants in their own treatment plan.
- Provides placements for children which will meet their medical, educational, and physical needs.
- Returns children to their own homes as soon as their needs can be met in the home of their parent(s) and arranges a permanent plan when return to the home is not possible.
Benefits
- Full State Employee Benefits
- Shift-diff pay is paid after standard hours.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
