Child Welfare Specialist: Triage & Family Safety Impact

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

Benefits offered by this job

Full state employee benefits

On-call bonus $100–$150 every two wks

Job summary

Oklahoma Department Of Human Services is seeking Child Welfare Specialists to perform triage investigations and initial interviews regarding abuse and neglect across Oklahoma. The role includes coordinating with law enforcement, documenting evidence, and assessing child safety to determine intervention levels.

New employees complete the Child Welfare Core Academy Training. Extensive travel is required, and state benefits accompany salary levels I–III, with incentives for MSW holders and on-call

Qualifications

• All new employees complete the Child Welfare Core Academy Training Program.
• Minimum qualifications vary by level (I, II, III) with education/experience options.
• State service benefits accompany the salary package.

Responsibilities

• Serve in the Triage Response Unit, initiating investigations before case assignment.
• Conduct initial interviews in reports of abuse/neglect and request documentation.
• Assess safety and determine appropriate intervention level.
• Coordinate removal of the child from home when needed and liaise with law enforcement.

Skills

Initial investigations

Interviews

Documentation & reporting

Coordination with law enforcement

Education

Master's degree in Social Work

Bachelor's degree (any field)

90 hours from accredited college/university

Job description

Oklahoma Department Of Human Services is seeking Child Welfare Specialists to perform triage investigations and initial interviews regarding abuse and neglect across Oklahoma. The role includes coordinating with law enforcement, documenting evidence, and assessing child safety to determine intervention levels.

New employees complete the Child Welfare Core Academy Training. Extensive travel is required, and state benefits accompany salary levels I–III, with incentives for MSW holders and on-call