Child Welfare Specialist I/II/III - PP Relief Unit
Listed on 2026-02-08
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Child Care/Nanny
Child Development/Support
Overview
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 + 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 $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.
- A bachelor s degree (in any field) to qualify.
- OR One year of experience as a Child Welfare Specialist.
- A Master s degree.
- OR a Bachelor s Degree plus one year of experience as a Child Welfare Specialist.
- OR Two years of experience as a Child Welfare Specialist.
Position serves in a specialized regional unit that provides expert support during non-office hours and to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of after-hour permanency planning processes.
Monday-Friday 3 pm to 12 Midnight. Shift-diff pay is paid after standard hours.
On-Call 12 Midnight to 8 am each weekday.
Job DutiesAll New Employees will complete the Child Welfare Core Academy Training Program.
- Provides services to families that include involving family members as participants in their own treatment plan.
- Provides placements for children which will meet their medical, educational, and physical needs.
- Returns children to their own homes as soon as their needs can be met in the home of their parent(s) and arranges a permanent plan when return to the home is not possible.
Travel is extensive. Must possess a valid driver s license and maintain required car insurance. State vehicles will be available for use to carry out the duties of the position.
OKDHS is a Fair Chance Employer.
This is a position in the Oklahoma Civil Service.
Announcement Number: 26-BC030
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