Child Welfare Specialist I/II/III - Hotline
Company: Oklahoma Human Services
Location: Tulsa
Posted on: February 15, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description 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 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 Position works closely with Child Protective Services to
screen and analyze reports of suspected abuse, neglect, and threats
to a child’s safety that are received by the 24 hour statewide
Oklahoma Child Abuse and Neglect Hotline. Assists the caller with
providing information regarding the alleged child abuse or neglect;
interprets what child abuse or neglect is to the caller; identifies
possible child abuse or neglect; and gathers sufficient information
to make decisions about the alleged abuse or neglect. Documents and
processes reports received at the Hotline in the Child Abuse and
Neglect Information System (KIDS); determines if the allegations
require an emergency response and notifying district Child Welfare
Services (CWS) personnel immediately when an emergency response is
necessary Travel is Occasional - 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.
Click here to see what it is like to work in Child Welfare. If you
have questions, please contact DHS.Careers@okdhs.org OKDHS is a
Fair Chance Employer. This is a position in the Oklahoma Civil
Service. Announcement Number: 25-BC231 *83011598/JR50444,
*83012822/JR48933, *83011444/JR49990, *83011413/JR49545,
*83010109/JR49544, *83011470/JR48096, 83011855/JR53325 Powered by
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