Child Welfare Specialist: Protect & Reunite Families

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

Benefits offered by this job

On-call bonus $100–$150 biweekly

Job summary

Oklahoma Department Of Human Services in Eufaula, Oklahoma, is hiring for Child Welfare Specialist roles across Levels I-III. The work focuses on CPS, FCS, and Permanency Planning to safeguard children and support families within Oklahoma’s largest state agency. Extensive training is provided to new employees.

Level I offers a starting salary with a 5% incentive for Master’s degree holders and on-call bonuses. Travel is extensive and a valid driver’s license is required.

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 (in any field) to qualify for Level II.
• A Master's degree qualifies for Level III; 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.

Responsibilities

• Investigates allegations of child abuse or neglect.
• Protects the safety of children and provides services to help families with barriers to safety.
• Preserves and strengthens protective capacities of the parents to keep the child in their own home; focus on safety.
• Provides services including placements for children meeting medical, educational, and physical needs; works toward permanent plans.
• All new employees will complete the Child Welfare Core Academy Training Program.

Education

90 hours from accredited college/university

Bachelor's degree (any field)

Master's degree

Job description

Oklahoma Department Of Human Services in Eufaula, Oklahoma, is hiring for Child Welfare Specialist roles across Levels I-III. The work focuses on CPS, FCS, and Permanency Planning to safeguard children and support families within Oklahoma’s largest state agency. Extensive training is provided to new employees.

Level I offers a starting salary with a 5% incentive for Master’s degree holders and on-call bonuses. Travel is extensive and a valid driver’s license is required.