Child Welfare Specialist I/II/III - TRU

Oklahoma Human Services; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 37,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full State Employee Benefits

Job summary

This position is located in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, with OKDHS. It sits in Child Welfare within Oklahoma's largest state agency and offers extensive training for new employees, a varied shift schedule, and opportunities to advance through Level I–III qualifications.

Compensation ranges from $37,280.75 to $43,968.62 plus full state employee benefits; a 5% salary incentive applies for Master's Degree holders. On-call duties add $100–$150 biweekly based on responsibilities. Travel is extensive.

Qualifications

• 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.
• A bachelor's degree to qualify for Level II.
• One year of experience as a Child Welfare Specialist for Level II.
• A Master's degree for Level III.
• Bachelor's degree plus one year of experience or two years of experience for Level III.

Responsibilities

• The position serves with the Triage Response Unit (TRU), which completes the initial investigations before case assignment to Child Protective Services for completion.
• 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 the district attorney's office; provides reports to the courts.
• Participates in meetings with Child Safety Meetings (CSM) and other CW programs.

Education

Level I qualifications (I)

Level II qualifications (II)

Level III qualifications (III)

Job description

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.

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.

Work Schedule:

Monday through Thursday, 1:30 p.m. - 12:00 a.m. (midnight).

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 Bachelor's degree plus one year of experience as a Child Welfare Specialist;
• OR two years of experience as a Child Welfare Specialist.

Job Duties

• The position serves with the Triage Response Unit (TRU), which completes the initial investigations before case assignment to Child Protective Services for completion.
• 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 the district attorney's office; provides reports to the courts.
• Participates in meetings with Child Safety Meetings (CSM) and other CW programs.

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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.

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

OKDHS is a Fair Chance Employer.

This is a position in the Oklahoma Civil Service.