Child Welfare Specialist I/II- Hiring Event

Oklahoma Human Services • Okemah, OK

21d • $37,281 - $40,078 • Onsite

About The Position

Locations for this position will be in the following counties: Creek, Okmulgee Okfuskee county. Oklahoma Human Services is holding an in-person hiring event for several of our Child Welfare Specialist I/II positions. We are looking to hire on the spot. To be considered for employment, applicants must bring a driver’s license, Social Security card, resume and an official copy of their college transcripts. For more information, email [email protected] . Thursday, February 26, 2026 9am - 3pm Human Services Center 10 N Mounds St, Sapulpa, OK 74066 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 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. Hours worked may include on-call, extended and/or weekend hours.

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

Responsibilities

• Learn treatment and preventive services
• Visit children in placement and conduct assessments of children and families
• Refer families and children to services in the community
• Participate in investigations of abuse and neglect of children, and prepare case reports and other documentation
• Attends court hearings and provides testimony
• Consults with the District Attorney and other attorneys, and tribal partners regarding efforts to protect the child, reunite the family or other permanent plans for the child
• Provides direct services to children in placement
• Other duties as assigned

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.
• Extensive training will be provided to new employees.

What This Job Offers

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