Child Welfare Specialist IV - OKDHS Training Unit

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%. Hours worked may be on-call, extended, and/or weekend hrs. 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 as a Child Welfare Specialist;
• OR a Bachelors Degree plus two years experience as a Child Welfare Specialist;
• OR Three years of experience as a Child Welfare Specialist.

This is the specialist level where employees are designated as lead workers or backup supervisors to Level I, II, III Child Welfare Specialists, carry complex and difficult caseloads, or are assigned responsibilities involving case consultation.

• 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 new staff as well as conducting trainings 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 caseload management. Assists with developing a support plan approved by training supervisors to assist the worker with any struggles they may be experiencing.
• Carries a limited caseload to demonstrate effective case management, provide hands-on coaching opportunities, and support service delivery while balancing mentoring responsibilities.