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West Virginia

Child Support Specialist 1

Charleston, WV · On-site

$34.25K - $58.94K/yr

This position is entry-level with a training period where employees perform beginning level child support case work in processing cases through location, case development, initial notice to non ...

West Virginia

Child Support Specialist 1

Charleston, WV · On-site

$34.25K - $58.94K/yr

This position is entry-level with a training period where employees perform beginning level child support case work in processing cases through location, case development, initial notice to non ...

Cherokee Nation

Early Childhood Teacher CD

Pryor, OK · On-site

$12.75 - $17/hr

... Entry-Level Child-Care Training (ELECT) within 90 days of employment. • Possess or ability to obtain Child Development Associate Credential or Certificate of master's in early childhood education ...

US Department of the Air Force

$18.70/hr

This position is located at the Maxwell Child Development Center. Child and Youth Programs Employee ... Target Level: $ 22.27 Intermediate Level: $19.82 Entry Level: $ 18.70Qualifications: In order to ...

Cherokee Nation

Early Childhood Teacher CD

Tahlequah, OK

$14.50 - $19.25/hr

Must obtain Entry Level Child Care Training (ELECT) training within 90 days of employment. Additional specialized training may be required. Child Development Associate Credential or Certificate of ...

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As of Jun 3, 2026, the average hourly pay for entry level child development in the United States is $19.23, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.31 and $20.67 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Entry Level Child Development vs Entry Level Preschool Teacher?

AspectEntry Level Child DevelopmentEntry Level Preschool Teacher
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some roles may require certifications in child careHigh school diploma; often required to have CPR/First Aid; some positions prefer early childhood education credits
Work EnvironmentDaycares, community programs, early intervention centersPreschools, daycare centers, private or public early childhood education settings
Employer & Industry UsageChild development programs, social services, educational nonprofitsPreschools, childcare centers, educational institutions

Entry Level Child Development roles focus on understanding child growth and supporting development, often in social or health settings. Entry Level Preschool Teachers primarily work directly with children in educational environments, implementing curriculum and classroom activities. While both roles require knowledge of child development, preschool teachers typically need more specific early childhood education credentials. Both positions serve similar industries and environments, but their primary responsibilities differ—one emphasizes developmental support, the other education delivery.

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Child Support Specialist 1

West Virginia

Charleston, WV • On-site

$34.25K - $58.94K/yr

Other

Posted 10 days ago

Job description

Nature of Work Under close supervision, performs entry-level Child Support Enforcement work. Through formal classroom training and on-the-job training, job assignments are designed to develop familiarity with child support laws, regulations and policies and the programs and services of the Bureau for Child Support Enforcement (BCSE). This position is entry-level with a training period where employees perform beginning level child support case work in processing cases through location, case development, initial notice to non-custodial parents regarding obligation and child support enforcement involvement.

Under close supervision, acquires knowledge and abilities leading to the independent management of a caseload in child support enforcement services. This position requires monthly evaluation and progress monitoring by supervisory staff. Must acquire the knowledge and abilities to manage a caseload in the area of child support enforcement, become familiar with agency policy and state and federal laws, locate parents, assets and sources of income, calculate the child support formula.

Research legal sources such as statutes, court opinions, rules and regulations, and complies case information by reviewing public documents, interviewing customers or gathering information from other agencies. Prepares case files for the BCSE Attorney. Performs beginning level work in responding to customer service inquiries to include resolution of less complex case issues.

Compose routine correspondence and maintain confidentiality information. This posting is for a Caseworker. This Position is located in Kanawha County.

* Click The APPLY Link To Apply Online. Minimum Qualifications Training: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university. OR Substitution: Successful completion of a paralegal or legal secretarial training program may substitute for two (2) years of the required training OR Full-time or equivalent part-time paid experience: in a legal setting which required performing legal research, reading and interpreting laws, preparing legal documents and assisting in the preparation and assessment of case files under the supervision of an attorney OR in debt collections, credit investigations, criminal investigations, law enforcement, accounting, or auditing OR as an Economic Service Worker or Family Support Specialist OR any combination thereof may substitute for the required training at a rate of one (1) year of experience for every thirty (30) semester hours of training.

AND Special Requirement: May be required to have a valid driver's license and availability of a vehicle for continuous use. Other Information Probationary period is twelve (12) months. To allow clerical/customer service, and corrections/community corrections experience to substitute for required training or experience.

One (1) year of full-time or equivalent part-time paid professional experience as a Child Support Specialist Trainee may substitute for the required training and experience.

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