Child Welfare Specialist I/II
Company: Oklahoma Human Services
Location: Purcell
Posted on: March 13, 2023
Job Description:
This position is located in Purcell, Oklahoma.Working in Child
Welfare for Oklahoma's largest state agency means having the
opportunity to positively impact the safety and wellbeing 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. Annual Salary
Level I - -H23A - $40,077.79 -+ Full
State Employee BenefitsLevel II H23B - $43,968.62 -+ Full State
Employee BenefitsApplicants 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.
-Previous Employees who are able to assume a caseload upon rehire
date are entitled to a $1,000 bonus at sign-on and another $2,500
at the completion of one year of employment.Employee from other
OKDHS divisions are not eligible. -Minimum QualificationsChild
Welfare Specialist, -Level I - -- To qualify, the applicant must
have a bachelor's degree (in any field) to qualify.Child Welfare
Specialist, Level II - To qualify, the applicant must have a
master's degree, OR a bachelor's degree, and one year of
professional social work experience.Employee Benefits
Health Benefit Allowance to
significantly cover the cost of health, dental and vision -plans on
top of your regular salary,Overtime plans or comp paid time off for
Child Welfare WorkersState matched retirement contribution plans11
paid holidays, 15 days of paid vacation leave, and 15 days of paid
sick leave per yearEmployee Assistance Program offering 12 free
counseling sessions annually and 24/7 access to a crisis-trained
staff - Free Child Care through KITH care through June 30,
2023Mileage reimbursementTeleworking plansTechnology such as laptop
and cell phone -Job Duties - Level I
Complete the Child Welfare Core
Academy Training ProgramLearn adoptive services such as recruiting,
screening, evaluating, and documenting activities, and providing
reports to the adoption unit and the courts;Learn treatment and
preventive services;Visit children in placement and conduct
assessments of children and families;Refer families and children to
services in the community;Participate in investigations of abuse
and neglect of children, and prepare case reports and other
documentation;Attends court hearings and provides
testimony;Consults with the District Attorney and other attorneys,
and tribal partners regarding efforts to protect the child, reunite
the family or other permanent plans for the child; -Provides direct
services to children in placement,And other duties as
assigned.Ability to work on a diverse team and directly with people
from diverse backgrounds specifically racial, ethnic,
socioeconomic, and disabilities. -Job Duties - Level II
Complete the Child Welfare Core
Academy Training ProgramMay perform duties of Level I
Plus:Employees receive intakes and assess or investigate
allegations of abuse or neglect completing appropriate
documentation, and assess child safety and recommend the
appropriate level of intervention;Initiate procedures to remove the
child from the home if in present danger;Coordinate actions with
law enforcement entities and the District Attorney;Provide social
work services to families applying or approved for adoption or
foster care; recruits and trains foster and adoptive
parents;Conducts home visits and reviews the child's psycho-social,
medical, developmental, and education histories;Completes
evaluations and approves or disapproves applicants; -Facilitates
and participates in family team meetings.Prepare and coordinate
legal documents for presentation to the court, attend court
hearings and provide testimony,Other Duties as AssignedAbility to
work on a diverse team and directly with people from diverse
backgrounds specifically racial, ethnic, socioeconomic, and
disabilities. - -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, or mileage reimbursement if personal vehicles are used. -
- - to see what it is like to work in Child Welfare.If you have
questions, please contact DHS.Careers@okdhs.orgOKDHS is a Fair
Chance Employer.This is a position in the Oklahoma Civil
Service.Announcement Number - 22-GH199*83006645/JR4718, 83009648,
*83012032/JR2705, 83005656/JR3616, 83003227/JR3835Powered by
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