We are in need of an ambitious Resource Family Specialist I/II/III to join our cohesive team at Oklahoma Human Services in Tulsa, OK.
Growing your career as a Full Time Resource Family Specialist I/II/III is a promising opportunity to develop valuable skills.
If you are strong in time management, teamwork and have the right drive for the job, then apply for the position of Resource Family Specialist I/II/III at Oklahoma Human Services today!
This position is located in Tulsa, 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 $100 to $150 every two weeks, depending on responsibilities. 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 a combination of education and experience.
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.
Serves as lead worker or backup supervisor to a unit of lower-level Child Welfare Specialists. Serves as team leader in case staff meetings, provide on-going case consultation and advise and train lower level Child Welfare Specialists in case management and interpretation of policies and procedures. Carry complex and difficult caseloads, or are assigned responsibilities involving case consultation. 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. Ability to work on a diverse team and directly with people from diverse backgrounds specifically racial, ethnic, socioeconomic, and disabilities. 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.
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If you have questions, please contact View email address on oklahomadepartmentofhumanservices.applytojob.com OKDHS is a Fair Chance Employer.
This is a position in the Oklahoma Civil Service.
Announcement Number - 23-BC245
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Benefits of working as a Resource Family Specialist I/II/III in Tulsa, OK:
? Excellent benefits
? Opportunities to grow
? Leading Industry Pay
