Child Welfare Specialist I/II/III - PP Relief Unit

Oklahoma Human Services • Oklahoma City, OK

1d • Onsite

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.
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
All New Employees will complete the Child Welfare Core Academy Training Program

Requirements

• 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.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and must maintain required car insurance.

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.
• 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.

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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level