Child Welfare Assistant - Triage Response Unit (TRU) at Oklahoma Department Of Human Services

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

14 Aug, 26

Salary

34999.65

Posted On

16 May, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Case Management, Clerical Work, Client Interviewing, Scheduling, Administrative Support, Transportation Coordination, Problem Resolution, Documentation, Client Advocacy, Resource Referral

Industry

Civic and Social Organizations

Description

Child Welfare Assistant This position is located in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Work schedule is Friday- Monday, 1:30 pm- 12:00 am Annual Salary: Level I H16A - $29,600.55 + Full State Employee Benefits Level II H16B - $31,819.20 + Full State Employee Benefits Level III H16C - $34,999.65 + Full State Employee Benefits Travel is extensive. Must possess a valid driver's license and must maintain required car insurance. Minimum Qualifications Child Welfare Assistant I Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of six months of experience in general office clerical work, providing care for children in a licensed day care facility, sales, or public contact work Or an equivalent combination of education and experience, substituting one of the following for the required experience: (a) six months of technical or vocational training course work; or (b) the completion of 15 semester hours from a college or university. Child Welfare Assistant II Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of one year of clerical experience in a governmental or non-profit social services provider environment; Or an equivalent combination of education and experience, substituting thirty semester hours of college for the required experience. Child Welfare Assistant III Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of one year of clerical experience in a governmental or non-profit social services provider environment plus two additional years of clerical experience in a child welfare environment; Or an equivalent combination of education and experience, substituting thirty semester hours of college for the required experience. Job Responsibilities: Responsible for the completion of a full range of paraprofessional work completing various Child Welfare case management activities such as providing assistance to Child Welfare Specialists, clients, client families, and other interested parties. Schedules required appointments for doctor visits, family visitations, court appearances, and other venues; arranges or provides transportation for child(ren) and clients. This may include coordinating referrals to other program areas, service providers, and the courts; assisting in problem resolution, and making home visits to assist CWS in assessing foster care placement as required by the court or individualized service plan. Interviews clients and their families and report findings, which may affect medical, financial, tribal affiliation, and psychiatric care and treatment plans, to assigned CWS. Performs administrative support tasks and other related duties including general office duties, inputting case documentation, compiling social and economic data, scheduling, and assisting in meetings with clients, parents, and other interested parties. Advises clients of available child welfare services and resources; provides specific program information to clients and may refer to community resources for assistance. Assists CWS in providing case management in client meetings, obtaining other services such as daycare or medical care; coordinating activities with law enforcement; courts, and other entities; providing reports to the courts. May assist in advocating for the client(s) in obtaining services; maintains communication among the client, providers, client’s family, and others; may assist clients in achieving individualized service plans. _______________________ 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: 26-BB100 83006170/JR60173

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Responsibilities

Provides paraprofessional support for child welfare case management, including scheduling appointments and arranging transportation for clients. Performs administrative tasks, conducts client interviews, and assists Child Welfare Specialists in coordinating services and court reports.