Child Welfare Specialist II/III - OKDHS Only

This position is open to current OKDHS employees ONLYThis position may be located anywhere in Oklahoma.Child Welfare Specialist II H23B Annual Salary: $40,077.79 + Full State Employee BenefitsChild Welfare Specialist III H23C Annual Salary: $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%.Travel is OCCASIONAL. Must possess a valid driver's license and must maintain required car insurance. Minimum Qualifications 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 Responsibilities Serves as a Transition Facilitator in the Foster Care Transition unit within OK Successful Adulthood (OKSA) to support youth transitioning from foster care to adulthood by developing and monitoring 90-day transition plans and coordinating services that promote self-sufficiency and long-term success.Provide guidance to Permanency Planning Workers and youth regarding eligibility and requests for OKSA-funded services, including driver's education, driver's licenses, vehicle matching funds, housing resources, and educational assistance.Facilitate virtual team meetings involving youth, foster parents, caseworkers, CASA representatives, service providers, and community partners to ensure coordinated service delivery.Conduct bi-monthly transition planning meetings to assess progress, identify barriers, and prepare youth for successful adulthood.Assist youth in obtaining critical personal documentation, including birth certificates, Social Security cards, and state-issued identification.Collaborate with caseworkers and service providers to identify youth who may qualify for Developmental Disabilities Services (DDS), Social Security benefits, and other supportive programs.Advocate for youth by connecting them with resources that promote housing stability, educational achievement, employment readiness, and lifelong support networks. _______________________________________________________________If you have questions, please contact [email protected]OKDHS is a Fair Chance Employer.This is a position in the Oklahoma Civil Service.Announcement Number: 26-BC242 83012322/JR66225