Child Welfare Specialist I/II/III - PP Relief Unit
About The Position
This position is located in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. 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. Annual Salary Level I H23A: $37,280.75 + Full State Employee Benefits Level II H23B: $40,077.79 + Full State Employee Benefits Level III H23C: $43,968.62 + 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. Minimum Qualifications 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. 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. Monday-Friday 3 pm to 12 Midnight. Shift-diff pay is paid after standard hours. On-Call 12 Midnight to 8 am each weekday Job Duties All New Employees will complete the Child Welfare Core Academy Training Program
Requirements
- Travel is EXTENSIVE - Must possess a valid driver's license and must maintain required car insurance.
- State vehicles will be available for use to carry out the duties of the position.
- 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.
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
- 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
