Child Welfare Specialist I/II/III
$37,280–$43,968 year
On-site · Sallisaw, Oklahoma, United States
Job Summary
Child Welfare Specialist I/II/III in Sallisaw, OK, with OKDHS. Duties include Investigating allegations of child abuse or neglect (CPS), delivering Family Centered Services to strengthen protective capacities and support safe, permanent plans; participating in Permanency Planning, court hearings, and providing direct services to children in placement. Requires completing the Child Welfare Core Academy Training, performing visits, assessments, case documentation, and collaboration with District Attorney and tribal partners. On-call duties may require extended and weekend hours; travel with a valid driver’s license is required. Salary levels vary by tier with incentives for a Master’s in Social Work and on-call bonuses. Thorough familiarity with social work practices, safety planning, service referrals, and family reunification is expected.
Required Qualifications
- Level I: 90 hours from an accredited college or university OR 3 years of experience related to child welfare OR a combination of education and experience
- Level II: bachelor's degree (in any field) to qualify OR one year of experience as a Child Welfare Specialist
- Level III: Master's degree OR Bachelor's degree plus one year of experience as a Child Welfare Specialist OR two years of experience as a Child Welfare Specialist
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