Child Welfare Specialist I​/II​/III

This position is located in Chickasha or Anadarko, 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.

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

This position may involve responsibilities in one or more of the following areas within Child Welfare Programs:

Child Protective Services (CPS)

• Investigates allegations of child abuse or neglect.
• Protects the safety of children and provides services to help families with barriers to safety.

Family Centered Services (FCS)

• Preserves and strengthens the protective capacities of parents to keep children in their own homes.

Permanency Planning (PP)

• Provides services to families, involving family members in their treatment plans.
• Arranges placements for children that meet their medical, educational, and physical needs.
• Returns children to their homes as soon as possible or arranges a permanent plan when return is not feasible.

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

• Learn treatment and preventive services;
• Visit children in placement and conduct assessments;
• Refer families and children to community services;
• Participate in investigations of abuse and neglect, preparing case reports;
• Attend court hearings and provide testimony;
• Consult with the District Attorney and other partners regarding child protection and family reunification;
• Provide direct services to children in placement;
• And other duties as assigned.

Travel is EXTENSIVE: Must possess a valid driver's license and maintain required car insurance. State vehicles will be available for use to carry out the duties of the position.

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: 24-KM252