- Salary
- $37k – $44k/yr
- Location
- Norman, OK
- Type
- Full-time
- Experience
- 3+ years
- Education
- Master
- Closing date
- Today
- Source
- ApplyToJob
Description
This position is located in Norman, 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 $75 to $100 every two weeks, depending on responsibilities.
Travel is EXTENSIVE. Must possess a valid driver's license and must maintain required car insurance. State vehicles will be available for use to carry out the duties of the position.
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.
Job Duties
All New Employees will complete the Child Welfare Core Academy Training Program
- Serves as a liaison with the Resource Family Partnerships (RFP) unit in Foster Care assisting prospective foster families and community partners to learn more about the certification process.
- Assists to locate placement and facilitate communication between other CW staff and contractor staff.
- Assists contract agencies in the Foster Care referral and placement process.
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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: 26-BC228
83004190/JR65480