Child Welfare Specialist - Advocacy
$37,281 - $52,218 / year
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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-BC243
83001793/JR48404, *83007579/JR52872, *83007083/JR52891
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