Summary
Location
Oklahoma City
Type
full-time
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About this role
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.
Hours worked may include on-call, extended and/or weekend hours.
Days worked will be Sunday, Monday, Friday and Saturday, 1:30 PM to 12:00 AM.
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.
Job Duties
- Position serves with the Triage Response Unit, 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 district attorney's office; provides reports to the courts.
- Participates in meetings with Child Safety Meetings (CSM) and other CW programs.
All New Employees will complete the Child Welfare Core Academy Training Program
- Learn treatment and preventive services;
- Visit children in placement and conduct assessments of children and families;
- Refer families and children to services in the community;
- Participate in investigations of abuse and neglect of children, and prepare case reports and other documentation;
- Attends court hearings and provides testimony;
- Consults with the District Attorney and other attorneys, and tribal partners regarding efforts to protect the child, reunite the family or other permanent plans for the child;
- Provides direct services to children in placement,
- And other duties as assigned.
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.
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If you have questions, please contact [email protected]
OKDHS is a Fair Chance Employer.
This is a position in the Oklahoma Civil Service.
Announcement Number: 25-JD311
83007180/JR54388
Other facts
About Oklahoma Human Services
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Our mission:
We improve the quality of life of vulnerable Oklahomans by increasing people's ability to lead safer, healthier, more independent and productive lives.
Our vision:
DHS provides help and offers hope to vulnerable Oklahomans through stronger practices, involved communities and a caring and engaged workforce.
See our current career opportunities at the following link:
https://www.jobapscloud.com/OK/?Keyword=&Loc=&DeptNumber=830000&OccList=#SearchForm
What you'll do
- The position involves conducting initial investigations into reports of child abuse and neglect, assessing child safety, and recommending interventions. It also includes coordinating with law enforcement and participating in court proceedings.
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