Child Welfare Assistant Jobs

This position is located in Poteau, Oklahoma.

Travel: Extensive - Must possess a valid driver's license and must maintain required car insurance.

Annual Salary:

• Level I H16A - $29,600.55 + Full State Benefits
• Level III H16C - $34,999.65 + Full State Benefits
• Level II H16B - $31,819.20 + Full State Benefits

DHS offers free child care for all employees. This benefit will be in effect until September 30, 2023. For more information contact

Minimum Qualifications

Child Welfare Assistant I

• Or, six months of providing care for children in a licensed daycare facility;
• Or, the completion of 15 semester hours from a college or university.
• Six months of experience with general office clerical work;
• Or, six months of vocational training course work;

Child Welfare Assistant II

• One year of clerical office experience in a governmental or non-profit environment;
• Or a combination of education and experience.

Child Welfare Assistant III

• One year of clerical office experience/combination of education and experience, PLUS two years of clerical experience in a Child Welfare field.

Job Responsibilities:

• 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.
• Schedules required appointments for doctor visits, family visitations, court appearances, and others; arranges or provides transportation for children and clients.
• Interviews clients and their families and report findings to assigned CWS.
• Advises clients of available child welfare services and resources; provides specific program information to clients and may refer to community resources for assistance.
• Ability to work on a diverse team and directly with people from diverse backgrounds specifically racial, ethnic, socioeconomic, and disabilities.
• 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.
• Provides lower-level case management assistance and support for Child Welfare Specialists (CWS), clients, and client families.

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: 23-JD029

83003627/jr9830

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