Child Welfare Specialist III - TRU Unit
Summary
Investigates child abuse/neglect reports, assesses safety, and coordinates removals with law enforcement and courts in Oklahoma's Triage Response Unit.
This position will be located in Norman, OK.
Child Welfare Specialist III H23C
Annual Salary: $43,968.62 + Full State Employee Benefits
Shift-diff pay is paid after standard hours.
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 must maintain required car insurance.
Days worked will be Tuesday through Friday, 1:00 PM to 12:00 AM.
Minimum Qualifications
- A Master's degree.
- OR a Bachelors Degree plus one year of experience as a Child Welfare Specialist.
- OR Two years of experience as a Child Welfare Specialist.
Job Responsibilities
- Position serves with the Triage Response Unit (TRU), which completes the initial investigations before case assignment to Child Protective Services for completion.
- Conducts initial interviews into reports of abuse and neglect. Requests documentation from law enforcement, medical providers, etc. Assesses child safety and recommends appropriate level of intervention.
- Initiates procedures to remove the child from the home; coordinates activities with law enforcement entities and district attorney's office; provides reports to the courts.
- Participates in meetings with Child Safety Meetings (CSM) and other CW programs.
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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: 26-GH151
83011884/JR63298