Child Welfare Specialist I/II/III
About The Position
This position is located in Ardmore , 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.
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
- 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
- And 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
