Social Service Specialist 1 – CPS & Permanency (Multiple Positions)

Job title:

Social Service Specialist 1 – CPS & Permanency (Multiple Positions)

Company

State of Oregon

Job description

Initial Posting Date: 01/08/2024

Application Deadline: /

Agency: Department of Human Services

Salary Range: 4,259.00 – 6,528.00

Position Type: Employee

Position Title: Social Service Specialist 1 – CPS & Permanency (Multiple Positions!)

Job Description:

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are actively working to build an equitable agency with the as our guide toward our vision of an agency free of racism, discrimination and bias. We believe that teams in which everyone can show up as their full authentic self are key to creating a thriving workforce that can better serve communities. We welcome members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQIA2S+ community members, and others to apply.

Imagine a role where you build rapport with Tribal families, engage with children, families, resource parents and caregivers to understand their uniqueness, learn how each family functions and achieve safety and optimal outcomes for Oregon’s children and families. In this role you will be conducting child safety assessments through an equity and culturally relevant lens to ensure children and families are provided with culturally responsive and appropriate services. If you’re looking to make a difference, we’d love to hear from you!

We are seeking several Social Service Specialists 1 to join our team in Lincoln County. If you are interested in becoming either a child protective service worker or a permanency worker (based on agency need), we’d be thrilled to receive your application!

Our branch is in Newport and serves coastal and inland communities from Lincoln City in the north to Waldport in the south. The county has contiguous borders with two federally recognized Tribes- Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians and Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde. We are a passionate group of Child Welfare professional with diverse life experiences who value compassion, curiosity, and high ethical standards.

Oregon Department of Human Services (ODHS), A place to belong and make a difference!

When you join the , you join a community of over 10,000 employees dedicated to serving and helping Oregonians achieve wellbeing and independence through opportunities that protect, empower, respect choice, and preserve dignity.

Connect with ODHS Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and find a place to belong, build community and participate in shared learning. ERGs are employee-driven committees that support each other as well as the ODHS’ overall mission and vision.

We are committed to building an antiracist and equitable agency. Equity is foundational to our role as a human services agency, and we are committed to integrating equity into all we do. The has four points that explain the agency’s goals related to equity, inclusion, and racial justice.

We know that life is unpredictable and ODHS cares about keeping you well. Enjoy a work-life balance, 11 paid holidays a year, flexible work schedules, and including health, dental, vision and much more!

If you have federal student loan debt or are thinking of going back to school, then you might benefit from the . If you make 120 qualifying payments on your student loan while working full-time for a qualifying employer, your student loan debt may be forgiven.

What you need to qualify

A bachelor’s degree in human services or a field related to human services.

OR

A bachelor’s degree unrelated to human services, and either:

1) One year of human services-related experience, OR

2) Completion of coursework equivalent to certification consistent with .

OR

An associate degree and either:

1) Two years of human services-related experience, OR

2) One year of human services-related experience and related training, coursework or certification consistent with .

A valid driver license and acceptable driving record are necessary for this position.

Essential attributes

We are looking for candidates with:

Experience engaging and working with Tribes, Urban Indian communities, community partners and organizations.

Ability to use trauma-informed practices that are sensitive to the child and family’s language, race and culture.

Working knowledge and ability to implement the principles and guidelines of the Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA) and the Oregon Indian Child Welfare Act (ORICWA).

Excellent written communication skills, including the ability to write in plain language with minimal spelling and grammar issues.

Experience giving verbal presentations that were well-received and understandable to the audience.

Demonstrated ability to be self-motivated and manage your time well.

Demonstrated ability to prioritize self-care in order to maintain good mental health.

Demonstrated ability to come up with innovative solutions to problems.

Demonstrated ability to be an active listener and manage one’s own emotions, as well as the emotions of others.

Please be sure to clearly describe how you meet these attributes within your application materials. These attributes will be used to determine which candidates will be selected to move forward in the process. Make sure to read the ‘How to Apply’ section for any other requirements.

Your duties at a glance

Child Welfare Mission: Ensure the safety of children and support families and communities that protect and care for them.

Child Welfare Vision: All children experience safe, stable, healthy childhoods in the care of family and community.

For more information on Child Welfare programs please .

What you will be doing:

(You may be doing some or all the following, depending on the position assigned.)

Monitoring the safety and wellbeing of children by maintaining ongoing contact, assessing developmental progress, and evaluating treatment needs.

Preparing children for changes and transitions, such as returns home or adoptions.

Facilitating and observing visits between children, parents, and other family members.

Providing feedback and counseling to parents and other family members.

Referring clients to service providers and community resources and assisting them in using these resources.

Play a critical role in helping families achieve their goals while cohesively ensuring the physical safety and emotional well-being of children in Tribal Nations and Alaskan Native Villages.

Engage with children who are eligible for enrollment or are enrolled in a federally recognized Tribe, their families, resource parents and caregivers in a multitude of ways to achieve the safety, and permanency, maintaining and enhancing their cultural identity and sovereignty to ensure optimal outcomes for them and their caregivers. All engagement will be conducted through a trauma-informed and antiracist lens.

Developing safety, treatment, and service plans.

Consult and collaborate with Tribal Nations and/or Alaska Native Villages to ensure any and all services provided are respectful of and adhere to the family’s specific Tribal identity.

Keeping lines of communication open with foster parents through in-person visits and the sharing of information (such as about court hearings, treatment needs, and case plan info).

Reviewing documents, completing paperwork, and maintaining case files.

Attending court hearings, making presentations/recommendations, and preparing concise yet comprehensive court reports.

Evaluating child abuse and neglect complaints.

Determining types of intervention needed, including the need for juvenile court involvement.

Preparing juvenile court cases, making recommendations, and providing testimony.

Providing support services such as counseling and crisis intervention.

Identifying family members as potential placement resources.

Working conditions

Employee’s work may be conducted in offices, participant’s homes, and other community sites. Travel is required.

These positions require the incumbent to work a professional work week where the hours of work fluctuate on a daily and weekly basis. Normal working hours are between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Occasional overtime may be required, including on nights and weekends.

You may interact with a wide range of people including some who have experienced trauma, exhibit challenges in controlling their anger, or other unexpected emotions impacted by drug use, cognitive impairments, or other factors.

You may walk into stressful situations that require quick decision-making skills to ensure the safety of those being serviced and your own physical safety. This may also be trauma inducing.

How to apply

Your work history profile, cover letter, and resume are the perfect opportunity to highlight your interest in the position and showcase your skills and experience that make you the best candidate for the position.

Please upload a resume or complete the Workday history profile. Note: Your resume and cover letter may be uploaded in the Resume/CV field on the online application.

A cover letter is not required for this application. However, you may attach one if you wish.

This may help the manager understand better how you possess the essential attributes.

Current State of Oregon employees: Apply via your employee Workday account.

If you are not a current State of Oregon employee: view this .

After you submit your application, you will have additional tasks to complete in Workday. Please continue to check your Workday account throughout the recruitment process.

Additional requirements:

Finalists for this position will be subject to a computerized criminal history and abuse check. Adverse background information will be reviewed and could result in withdrawal of a conditional job offer or termination of employment.

The Oregon Department of Human Services does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security’s I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States. ODHS will use E-Verify to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.

A valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record are required.

Helpful information

This position is represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU).

This recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies.

Have questions about Workday, and want some tips on understanding the state application process? Check out our page.

If you need an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), have questions or need assistance with the application process, please contact Rochelle Peters via email or call 971-240-8726. Please be sure to include the job requisition number.

Expected salary

$4259 – 6528 per month

Location

Oregon

Job date

Wed, 10 Jan 2024 01:58:35 GMT

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