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

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.

Work schedule is 3 pm to 12 am - 12 am - 8 am each weekday. It is an on call schedule.

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.

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.

Minimum Qualifications

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.

Job Duties

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

Provide support during non-office hours and to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of after-hour permanency planning processes.

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.

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OKDHS is a Fair Chance Employer.

This is a position in the Oklahoma Civil Service.

Announcement Number: 25-KM096

83003006/JR45092