This position is located in Oklahoma City, 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 +
Level II H23B: $40,077.79 +
Level III H23C: $43,968.62 +
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.
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
Position works closely with Child Protective Services to screen and analyze reports of suspected abuse, neglect, and threats to a child’s safety that are received by the 24-hour statewide Oklahoma Child Abuse and Neglect Hotline
Assists the caller with providing information regarding the alleged child abuse or neglect; interprets what child abuse or neglect is to the caller; identifies possible child abuse or neglect; and gathers sufficient information to make decisions about the alleged abuse or neglect
Documents and processes reports received at the Hotline in the Child Abuse and Neglect Information System (KIDS); determines if the allegations require an emergency response and notifying district Child Welfare Services (CWS) personnel immediately when an emergency response is necessary
Travel is Occasional - 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.