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Oklahoma Human Services

Child Welfare Specialist III - TRU Unit

Pay: $43,969/yr

Posted: 5 weeks ago

Location: Norman, OK (Onsite)

Last Updated: 6 days ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/1/2026

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What they do

A Social or Human Services Specialist identifies and arranges community services for clients. Can involve coordination of services for people with disabilities or those in recovery. They may also coordinate housing or job training assistance for immigrants, veterans, former inmates or families in crisis and can be involved in advocating for client needs.

$55,178 / year median in Oklahoma

+18% projected growth

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Job Description

Child Welfare Specialist

III - TRU

Unit Oklahoma Human Services - 2.9 Norman, OK Job Details Full-time $43,968.62 a year 11 hours ago Qualifications Driver's License Full Job Description 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. _______________________________________________________________ If you have questions, please contact OKDHS is a Fair Chance Employer. This is a position in the Oklahoma Civil Service.

Announcement Number:

26-GH151 83011884/JR63298 BZx4jwyx2f