Child Welfare Specialist I/II/III
$37,280–$43,968 year
On-site · Watonga, Oklahoma, United States
Job Summary
Child Welfare Specialist I/II/III in Watonga, OK, with Oklahoma's largest state agency. Responsibilities span Child Protective Services investigations, Family Centered Services, Permanency Planning, and direct services to children and families, including court testimony, case reporting, assessments, referrals, and collaboration with attorneys and tribal partners. Extensive training provided via the Child Welfare Core Academy; travel by state vehicle for field duties; on-call shifts and potential weekend hours; salary incentives for MSW holders; on-call bonuses; and benefits associated with state employment.
Required Qualifications
- 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 for Level I
- A bachelor's degree (in any field) to qualify; OR One year of experience as a Child Welfare Specialist for Level II
- 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 for Level III
Desired Qualifications
- Master's Degree in Social Work preferred for salary incentive
- bachelor's degree for Level II
- Master's degree for Level III
- valid driver's license with state-required car insurance for travel
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