Child Welfare Specialist Salary in Milwaukee, WI

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How much does a Child Welfare Specialist make in Milwaukee, WI? The average Child Welfare Specialist salary in Milwaukee, WI is $138,319 as of April 24, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $118,268 and $162,231. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

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Child Welfare Specialist I/II/III

Oklahoma Human Services - Stigler , OK

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 ...

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Child Welfare Specialist-Intact Family

Catholic Charities - Quincy , IL

Receive training in child welfare services, casework, intervention techniques, and applicable laws, rules, and regulations. * Arrange in-home visits with family members and all collaterals involved ...

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Child Welfare Specialist

All's Well - Lockport , IL

Advise and consult with the Client, Foster Parent and Child Welfare Supervisor to ensure adequate understanding of the case dynamics and the needs of the Client. * Coordinate effectively with DCFS ...

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Child Welfare Specialist (Child Well-Being Program)

ISN Corporation - Study Butte , TX

Job Description ISN is actively seeking an experienced Child Welfare Specialist to support the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Office of Health Security (OHS). The child welfare ...

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Licensed Social Worker (DC/MD -- LGSW/LMSW))

Leading Child Welfare and Immigration Services Agency - Washington , DC

Serve as liaison/advocate between client and foster parents, health specialists, school staff, DC ... SKILLS * 2 plus years of experience in child welfare. * 2 plus years of experience in the foster ...

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Child Welfare Specialist - Independent Living

Kaleidoscope - Chicago , IL

Kaleidoscope Inc, a charitable organization, located in Chicago by the United Center, and is seeking to fill the position of Independent Living Specialist . In addition to our competitive ...

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What does a Child Welfare Specialist do?

Common responsibilities of a Child Welfare Specialist

Develop and maintain accurate and confidential documentation, reports, and client records in accordance with Department of Children and Family Services Rule and Procedure, contracts and applicable standards.

November 03, 2022

Provide comprehensive case management services to children in placement, their families, and foster parents, including placement, visitation, monitoring, service and permanency planning , and coordination of services according to Client Service Plan.

March 02, 2023

Determine if abuse and/or neglect occurred by a foster parent or facility staff.

March 04, 2023

REQUIRED to accept the responsibility of a mandatory reporter of abuse and neglect of infants and children, people who are elderly or dependent, individuals with mental illness or developmental disabilities or residents of nursing homes and other health care facilities.

March 05, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Child Welfare Specialist in Milwaukee, WI

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118268

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138319

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122123

171131

144769

What is the average salary for Child Welfare Specialist in 2024?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Child Welfare Specialist in Milwaukee, WI. The base salary for Child Welfare Specialist ranges from $118,268 to $162,231 with the average base salary of $138,319. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $122,123 to $171,131 with the average total cash compensation of $144,769.

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	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$138,319	$118,268 - $162,231
Bonus	$6,450	$3,855 - $8,900
Total Pay	$144,769	$122,123 - $171,131

* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.

* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Child Welfare Specialist Salary Near Milwaukee, WI

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Milwaukee, WI
CITY, STATE Waukesha, WI	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $117,312 - $160,919	COMPARE TO Milwaukee, WI
CITY, STATE Racine, WI	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $116,887 - $160,336	COMPARE TO Milwaukee, WI
CITY, STATE Kenosha, WI	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $116,887 - $160,336	COMPARE TO Milwaukee, WI
CITY, STATE Waukegan, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $118,893 - $163,088	COMPARE TO Milwaukee, WI
CITY, STATE Janesville, WI	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $116,109 - $159,269	COMPARE TO Milwaukee, WI
CITY, STATE Mount Prospect, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $125,086 - $171,583	COMPARE TO Milwaukee, WI

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About Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Milwaukee lies along the shores and bluffs of Lake Michigan at the confluence of three rivers: the Menomonee, the Kinnickinnic, and the Milwaukee. Smaller rivers, such as the Root River and Lincoln Creek, also flow through the city. Milwaukee's terrain is sculpted by the glacier path and includes steep bluffs along Lake Michigan that begin about a mile (1.6 km) north of downtown. In addition, 30 miles (48 km) southwest of Milwaukee is the Kettle Moraine and lake country that provides an industrial landscape combined with inland lakes. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has ...

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