Child Welfare Specialist IV - Mentor​/Trainer - OKDHS

This position is available only to current OKDHS employees.

This position may be located in Norman, Lawton, or Altus, Oklahoma

Child Welfare Specialist IV - H23D

Annual Salary: $52,217.89 + 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.

Travel is EXTENSIVE. Must possess a valid driver's license and maintain required car insurance.

• Master's Degree plus one year of experience in professional social work in child welfare programs.
• OR a Bachelor's Degree plus two years of experience as a Child Welfare Specialist
• OR
  Three years of experience as a Child Welfare Specialist.

• Serves as a Trainer and Mentor to support and guide new Child Welfare Specialists during their first year of training.
• Assists in coaching and mentoring of new staff as well as conducting training for tenured staff. Also provides opportunities for staff to gain foundational learning for all Pre-CORE and CORE OJT activities throughout their training program.
• Collaborates with mentors in the field on the progress and or struggles new workers are having with case load management. Assists with developing a support plan approved by training supervisors to assist the worker with any struggles they may be experiencing.

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-BB230

/JR54336