Child Welfare Specialist I/II/III
Oklahoma Human Services•Norman, OK
•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.
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) to qualify; 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
- Preserves and strengthens protective capacities of the parents to keep the child in their own home with a focus on increasing safety for the child and family to prevent unnecessary out-of-home placements.
- Complete the Child Welfare Core Academy Training Program
- 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
- Attend court hearings and provide testimony
- Consult 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
- Provide direct services to children in placement
- Other duties as assigned
Benefits
- Full State Employee Benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
