Resource Family Specialist I/II/III

This position is located in Ardmore, 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.

Pay

• Annual Salary Level I H23A - $37,280.75 + Full State Employee Benefits
• Annual Salary Level II H23B - $40,077.79 + Full State Employee Benefits
• Annual Salary Level III H23C - $43,968.62 + Full State Employee Benefits
• Applicants who possess a Master's Degree in Social Work will receive an additional 5% salary incentive.
• On-call positions will receive an additional bonus ranging from $75 to $100 every two weeks, depending on responsibilities.

Requirements

• Must possess a valid driver's license and maintain required car insurance.
• Travel is extensive; state vehicles will be available for use to carry out the duties of the position.

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 Bachelor's Degree plus one year of experience as a Child Welfare Specialist, OR
  • Two years of experience as a Child Welfare Specialist.

Responsibilities

• All new employees will complete the Child Welfare Core Academy Training Program.
• Provide adoption services to eliminate barriers to adoption and find permanent families for every waiting child for whom adoption is the goal.
• Consult 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.
• Recruit, screen, and prepare prospective adoptive families.
• Assist with the adoption application process and approve or disapprove applicants.
• Participate in on-call rotation.