Child Welfare Specialist I/II/III/IV - Advocacy

Oklahoma Department Of Human Services; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 37,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

The Oklahoma Department Of Human Services is seeking Child Welfare Specialists at various levels to investigate allegations of abuse and neglect. Responsibilities include coordinating with multidisciplinary teams and providing services to families, along with extensive travel. This position offers competitive salaries, full state employee benefits, and incentives for advanced degrees.

Benefits

Full State Employee Benefits

Potential Salary Incentives

Qualifications

• Minimum qualifications vary by level from high school to Master's degree.
• Experience in child welfare work is also considered.
• Positions require managing complex investigations and coordinating services.

Responsibilities

• Investigating complex allegations of child abuse and neglect.
• Coordinating services between Child Welfare and multidisciplinary teams.
• Providing extensive treatment services to children and families.

Skills

Investigation

Critical Thinking

Coordination

Education

Master's Degree in Social Work

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

This position is located in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

• 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
• Level IV H23D - $52,217.89 +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.

Travel is EXTENSIVE. Must possess a valid driver's license and maintain required car insurance.

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.

Child Welfare Specialist, Level IV

• Master's Degree plus one year of experience in professional social work in child welfare programs.
• OR a Bachelors Degree plus two years experience as a Child Welfare Specialist
• ORThree years of experience as a Child Welfare Specialist.

Job Responsibilities

• Position serves as a Specialist at the Child Advocacy Center, investigating complex allegations of abuse and neglect, coordinating services between Child Welfare, the customer and the multi-disciplinary team (MDT).

• Conduct complex investigations of child abuse or neglect. This process involves interviews, investigations, research and critical thinking, working closely with the local MDT partners.

• Provide extensive treatment and other services to children and families.

• Unit covers on-call 24/7 for all serious allegations of abuse/neglect for the county.

If you have questions, please contact [e-mail]

OKDHS is a Fair Chance Employer.

This is a position in the Oklahoma Civil Service.

Announcement Number: 25-BC092

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