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Job description
This position may be located anywhere in the state of Oklahoma
Child Welfare Specialist:
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.
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 Bachelor's Degree plus one year of experience as a Child Welfare Specialist;
OR Two years of experience as a Child Welfare Specialist.
Job Responsibilities
Manages caseload of young adults ages 18-21 participating in the Pathways to Launch extended foster care program within OK Successful Adulthood (OKSA).
Assists young adults in developing, implementing and updating a transition plan; Provides regular reports to an administrative review team on the progress of the transition plan.
Assists young adults in skill development, obtaining resources, and securing safe and stable housing.
Establishes and maintains good working relationships with community resources, which includes making referrals and follow-up to ensure the initiated services and supports are appropriate to meet the needs of the young adults.
Flexible schedule to be available for crisis management if necessary. Hours may vary and may include some evenings and weekends.
Position includes travel and client transportation.
Preference may be given to applicants with experience with transition-age Foster Care Youth
If you have questions, please contact
OKDHS is a Fair Chance Employer.
This is a position in the Oklahoma Civil Service.
Announcement Number: 26-BB147
* /JR /JR65350), * /JR65361, * /JR56955, /JR56784, /JR62805, /JR62924
Worksite address
oklahoma city, OK, 73116, US
Who can apply
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