What are the responsibilities and job description for the Child Welfare Specialist IV position at Oklahoma Human Services?
This position is located in Lawton, Oklahoma.
Child Welfare Specialist IV - H23D
Annual Salary: $56,045.60 Full state employee benefits
DHS offers free child care for all employees. This benefit will be in effect until December 31, 2022. For more information contact daycare@okdhs.org or visit the program website at https://www.kith.care/.
Travel is extensive. Must possess a valid driver's license and maintain required car insurance.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Completion of the requirements for a Master's Degree plus two years of experience in professional social work in child welfare programs.
- A Bachelor's Degree and three years of experience in professional social work including two years in child welfare programs.
- An equivalent combination of education and experience.
Job Responsibilities
Leadership level that provides direct supervision to a unit of lower-level Child Welfare Specialists within Child Protective Services, Family-Centered Services, and Permanency Planning.
As a direct supervisor, interviews and selects team applicants; maintain personnel records and completes performance evaluations; trains new staff, performs case reviews; and develops and administers in-services training programs.
Position includes close coordination and consultation with other Child Welfare Supervisors and District Directors regarding appropriate case actions and referrals, auditing and tracking of referrals with providers to ensure and verify the delivery of contractual services.
Ability to cultivate a supportive and inclusive work environment for all employees.
- Ability to work on a diverse team and directly with people from diverse backgrounds specifically racial, ethnic, socioeconomic, and disabilities.
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If you have questions, please contact DHS.Careers@okdhs.org
OKDHS is a Fair Chance Employer.
This is a position in the Oklahoma Civil Service.
Announcement Number - 22-JD106
83008445
Salary : $56,046
