Resource Family Specialist I/II/III

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionThis position may be located in Vinita, Pryor or Jay, 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 SalaryLevel I H23A - $37,280.75 + Full State Employee BenefitsLevel II H23B - $40,077.79+ Full State Employee BenefitsLevel III H23C- $43,968.62+ Full State Employee BenefitsApplicants 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 QualificationsChild Welfare Specialist,Level ICompletion of 90 hours from an accredited college or university.OR3 years of experience related to child welfare work.ORa combination of education and experience.Child Welfare Specialist,Level IIA bachelor's degree (in any field) to qualify.OR One year of experience as a Child Welfare Specialist.Child Welfare Specialist, Level IIIA 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 ProgramAdoption services help eliminate barriers to adoption and find permanent families for every waiting child for whom adoption is the goal. Consults with other Child Welfare Specialists within other programs to assist in the identification and preparation of foster children for a successful transition with an adoptive family.Recruits, screens, and prepares prospective adoptive families.Assists with the adoption application process and approves or disapproves applicants.Participates in on-call rotation._______________________________________________________________Click here to see what it is like to work in Child Welfare.If you have questions, please contact View email address on click.appcast.io is a Fair Chance Employer.This is a position in the Oklahoma Civil Service.Announcement Number:26-BC27683000591/JR67531Powered by JazzHRbDTW5NzxKg