Child Welfare Specialist I/II/III - TRU

Oklahoma Human Services • Oklahoma City, OK

4d • $37,281 - $43,969 • Onsite

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. This position serves with the Triage Response Unit (TRU), which completes the initial investigations before case assignment to Child Protective Services for completion.

Requirements

• 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 (for Level I).
• A bachelor's degree (in any field); OR One year of experience as a Child Welfare Specialist (for Level II).
• 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 (for Level III).
• Must possess a valid driver's license.
• 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

• Conducts initial interviews into reports of abuse and neglect.
• Requests documentation from law enforcement, medical providers, etc.
• Assesses child safety and recommends appropriate level of intervention.
• Initiates procedures to remove the child from the home.
• Coordinates activities with law enforcement entities and district attorney's office.
• Provides reports to the courts.
• Participates in meetings with Child Safety Meetings (CSM) and other CW programs.
• All New Employees will complete the Child Welfare Core Academy Training Program.

Benefits

• Full State Employee Benefits
• On-call positions will receive an additional bonus ranging from $100 to $150 every two weeks, depending on responsibilities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree