Child Welfare Specialist III - TRU Unit

Oklahoma Human Services • Norman, OK

10d • $43,969 - $43,969 • Onsite

About The Position

This position serves with the Triage Response Unit (TRU), which completes the initial investigations before case assignment to Child Protective Services for completion. The role involves conducting initial interviews into reports of abuse and neglect, requesting documentation from law enforcement and medical providers, and assessing child safety to recommend the appropriate level of intervention. Responsibilities also include initiating procedures to remove a child from the home, coordinating activities with law enforcement and the district attorney's office, providing reports to the courts, and participating in Child Safety Meetings (CSM) and other Child Welfare programs.

Requirements

• 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.
• Must maintain required car insurance.

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.

Benefits

• Full State Employee Benefits
• Shift-diff pay is paid after standard hours.
• On-call positions will receive an additional bonus ranging from $100 to $150 every two weeks, depending on responsibilities.
• Applicants who possess a Master's Degree in Social Work will be entitled to a salary incentive of an additional 5%.

What This Job Offers

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