Child Welfare Specialist I/II/III/IV - Advocacy

Job Description

Job Description

This position is located in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

• 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
• Level IV H23D - $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.

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.

Child Welfare Specialist, Level IV

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

Job Responsibilities

• Position serves as a Specialist at the Child Advocacy Center, investigating complex allegations of abuse and neglect, coordinating services between Child Welfare, the customer and the multi-disciplinary team (MDT).

• Conduct complex investigations of child abuse or neglect. This process involves interviews, investigations, research and critical thinking, working closely with the local MDT partners.

• Provide extensive treatment and other services to children and families.

• Unit covers on-call 24/7 for all serious allegations of abuse/neglect for the county.

If you have questions, please contact DHS.Careers@okdhs.org

OKDHS is a Fair Chance Employer.

This is a position in the Oklahoma Civil Service.

Announcement Number: 25-BC092

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