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Resource Family Specialist I/II/III
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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
Job Description
Resource Family Specialist
I/II/III
Oklahoma Human Services
•2.9 Norman, OK Job Details Full-time $37,280.75
•$43,968.62 a year 1 day ago Qualifications Company vehicle operation Driver's License Full Job Description This position is located in Norman, Oklahoma. Working in Child Welfare for Oklahoma's largest state agency means having the opportunity to positively impact the safety and well-being of children and families for generations to come. If you have a passion for social work and making a difference in your local community, OKDHS has a place for you! Join our team and create pathways to hope for all Oklahomans. Extensive training will be provided to new employees. Annual Salary Level I H23A
•$37,280.75 + Full State Employee Benefits Level II H23B
•$40,077.79 + Full State Employee Benefits Level
III H23C
•$43,968.62 + Full State Employee Benefits 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 $75 to $100 every two weeks, depending on responsibilities. Travel is
EXTENSIVE.
Must possess a valid driver's license and must maintain required car insurance. State vehicles will be available for use to carry out the duties of the position. Minimum Qualifications Child Welfare Specialist, Level I 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. Child Welfare Specialist, Level II A bachelor's degree (in any field) to qualify. OR One year of experience as a Child Welfare Specialist. Child Welfare Specialist, Level III 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 Duties All New Employees will complete the Child Welfare Core Academy Training Program Resource Family staff provides day-to-day operations, planning, and oversight of foster care and adoption activities. This includes maintenance of all foster, kinship, and adoptive families. Delivers in-home support and social work services for families applying or approved for adoption or foster care. Provides training and consultation to foster families and other placement providers. Completes family assessments and reassesses annually. Reviews child's history and coordinates placement of children. _______________________________________________________________ Click here to see what it is like to work in Child Welfare. If you have questions, please contact OKDHS is a Fair Chance Employer. This is a position in the Oklahoma Civil Service.
Announcement Number:
26-BC212 83010522/JR63423 xfSkX8839u