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Lead Child Welfare Specialist Remote ICF is seeking a Lead Child Welfare Specialist to support the ... Direct experience in administering the CFSR process, PIP development and/or implementation, or ...

One Family Illinois

Child Welfare Specialist

Lockport, IL · Hybrid

$54K - $55K/yr

... Director or Supervisor. Work with Foster and Bio Families and provide support when needed ... DCFS Child Welfare Employee Licensure required. Ability to work with DCFS, courts and other social ...

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Child Welfare Readiness Liaison

Durham, NC · On-site

Per diem is paid directly to the contractor and most hotel expenses are direct billed through the ... NC Child Welfare programs Required 3 Years Ability to collect, review and interpret data ...

ONE FAMILY ILLINOIS

Child Welfare Specialist

Lockport, IL · On-site

$54K - $55K/yr

... Director or Supervisor. · Work with Foster and Bio Families and provide support when needed ... Child Welfare Experience. · DCFS Child Welfare Employee Licensure required. · Ability to work ...

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As of Aug 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for child welfare director in the United States is $75,519.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $73,000.00 and $79,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Child Welfare Director oversees programs and services designed to protect children and support families in crisis. They manage staff, develop policies, and ensure compliance with laws and regulations. Their role includes coordinating with government agencies, nonprofits, and community organizations to improve child welfare outcomes. Strong leadership, advocacy, and problem-solving skills are essential in this position.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a child welfare director?

To thrive as a Child Welfare Director, you need a comprehensive understanding of child protection laws, case management, and social work practices, typically supported by a master's degree in social work (MSW) or a related field and significant supervisory experience. Familiarity with child welfare information systems (CWIS), data analysis tools, and state/federal compliance regulations is essential. Strong leadership, conflict resolution, and communication skills help you guide teams and build productive relationships with families, agencies, and the community. These capabilities are crucial for ensuring effective service delivery, maintaining legal compliance, and promoting positive outcomes for children and families in need.

What are some of the common challenges faced by child welfare directors in their day-to-day work?

Child Welfare Directors often navigate complex situations involving high caseloads, limited resources, and evolving legal requirements, which can create challenging decision-making environments. Balancing staff support and training needs while ensuring the best interests of children and families are prioritized is a constant focus. Directors may also need to coordinate with multiple agencies and community partners to implement holistic solutions. Effective time management, adaptability, and leadership are key to addressing these challenges successfully.

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Child Welfare Specialist V

Oklahoma Human Services

Oklahoma City, OK • On-site

$58K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 24 days ago

Oklahoma Department Of Human Services rating

6.3

Company rating: 6.3 out of 10

Based on 58 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

755th of 842 rated public administrative organizations

Job description

This position is located in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.
Child Welfare Specialist V - H23E
Annual Salary: $58,847.88 + 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%.
Travel is extensive. Must possess a valid driver's license and maintain required car insurance.
Minimum Qualifications:
  • Masters Degree plus two years of experience as a Child Welfare Specialist
  • OR a Bachelors Degree plus three years of experience as a Child Welfare Specialist
  • OR Four years of experience as a Child Welfare Specialist

Job Responsibilities
*Provides services to families that include involving family members as participants in their own treatment plan.
*Provides placements for children which will meet their medical, educational, and physical needs. *Returns children to their own homes as soon as their needs can be met in the home of their parent(s) and arranges a permanent plan when return to the home is not possible.
*Leadership level that provides direct supervision to a unit of lower-level Child Welfare Specialists within Child Protective Services, Family Centered Services, and Permanency Planning.
*As a direct supervisor, interviews and selects team applicants; maintains personnel records and completes performance evaluations; trains new staff, performs case reviews; and develops and administers in-services training programs.
*Position includes close coordination and consultation with other Child Welfare Supervisors and District Directors regarding appropriate case actions and referrals, auditing and tracking of referrals with providers to ensure and verify the delivery of contractual services.
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-GH128
*83011292/JR61228, 83002035/JR62437

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