Kinship Resource & Recruitment Specialist

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

Benefits offered by this job

Full State Employee Benefits

On-call bonus $75–$100 biweekly

State vehicle for duties

Job summary

The Oklahoma Department of Human Services in Oklahoma City is seeking a Child Welfare Specialist to join our team, helping safeguard children and support families. This role offers extensive training and a pathway to meaningful community impact within the state's largest agency.

Level II/III roles include degree requirements and salary incentives; travel is extensive, a valid driver’s license and state vehicle access are provided to carry out duties.

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.
• Bachelor's degree required for Level II; Master's degree for Level III.

Responsibilities

• All New Employees will complete the Child Welfare Core Academy Training Program.
• Actively Seeking Kinnections (ASK) unit involvement to connect families.
• Identify, recruit and retain kinship families for at‑risk children.
• Conduct interviews with parents, child and other family members to locate kin.

Skills

Interviewing

Kinship recruitment

Case notes review

Education

90 hours of college

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Combination of education and experience

Job description

The Oklahoma Department of Human Services in Oklahoma City is seeking a Child Welfare Specialist to join our team, helping safeguard children and support families. This role offers extensive training and a pathway to meaningful community impact within the state's largest agency.

Level II/III roles include degree requirements and salary incentives; travel is extensive, a valid driver’s license and state vehicle access are provided to carry out duties.