Multiple Temp Lodging Specialist positions available Social Service Assistant Limited Duration until
Multiple Temp Lodging Specialist positions available Social Service Assistant Limited Duration until
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$ 4023 - 5575
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Job Description
Initial Posting Date:
04/09/2025Application Deadline:
04/16/2025Agency:
Department of Human ServicesSalary Range:
$4023.00 $5575.00Position Type:
EmployeePosition Title:
Multiple Temp Lodging Specialist positions available! (Social Service Assistant) Limited Duration until 06/30/2025Job Description:
The Oregon Department of Human Services is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are guided by ourEquity North Starand our vision for a positiveRiSE organizational culturethat advances equity and diversity. We encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups women individuals with disabilities veterans LGBTQIA2S community members and others to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.
Opportunity awaits! Join us in creating a hopeful future for children and youth in temporary care. In this vital position you will focus on their wellbeing and development ensuring compassionate care while managing resources effectively.
You will also help prevent temporary lodging by supporting the district with transportation and supervision of children in the office community and at home.
Together we can provide stability and build a brighter future for these young individuals. Are you ready to make a difference
We are seeking multiple limited duration Temp Lodging Specialists (Social Service Assistant) to join our Child Welfare team in Beaverton.
This is a limited duration position and is scheduled to end on 06/30/2025. Limitedduration employees eligible for benefits.
Together we can make a lasting impact!
Summary of Duties
As an employee working within the Child Welfare Program you will have an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of Oregons most vulnerable children and families. Your dedication will help us achieve the Child Welfare Vision for Transformation that will support children and young adults to be safer healthier experience less trauma and achieve a greater wellbeing.
As a Temp Lodging Specialist you will:
Oversee daily activities: Ensure the safety hygiene wellbeing and care of youth in temporary lodging including school attendance and appointments.
Provide Behavioral Support: Offer redirection and guidance to youth as needed.
Transport Youth: Provide transportation for youth to school appointments and social activities.
Coordinate Activities: Coordinate for temporary lodging supervision and activities.
Identify Services: Recommend necessary services to caseworkers for case planning.
Gather Information: Collect and document information objectively from case providers clients family members schools and other relevant sources to support family time planning.
Ensure Safety and Wellbeing: Safeguard the safety and wellbeing of youth.
Minimum Qualifications
One year experience assisting professionals in one or more specialized social programs such as family services children services senior services mental or developmental disability services substance abuse programs juvenile corrections programs or occupational skills programs; OR
Possession of a current certification in Child Development Early Childhood Education Addiction Counseling Preparation or Juvenile Corrections; OR
45 quarter hours or 30 semester hours of college course work in sociology psychology early childhood education criminal justice human services juvenile corrections or occupational skills training; OR
An Associates degree in a field not closely related to Social Work/Human Services and six months of human services related experience (i.e. work providing assistance to individuals and groups with issues such as economically disadvantaged employment abuse and neglect substance abuse aging mental or physical disabilities juvenile prevention health cultural competencies and/or inadequate housing).
Essential Attributes
We are looking for candidates with:
Experience with engaging diverse individuals deescalating tense situations and maintaining boundaries while effectively communicating needs to caseworkers and coordinators.
Experience with collaborating with costaff and other team members ensuring seamless care and support for children and families.
Experience with clearly communicating with team members and leads to ensure efficient operations and quality care.
Experience with applying equitable practices and traumainformed care in interactions with clients.
Experience with adjusting seamlessly to changing environments and shifting priorities.
Experience with identifying problems and generating effective solutions.
Attention all candidates! Clearly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications and essential attributes in your application materials. Your application materials will determine if you are selected to move forward in the selection process. Please include detailed work and education history.
Note: The use of outside resources such as Artificial Intelligence software during applicant skill assessments examinations and/or interviews is prohibited unless otherwise stated by the hiring agency. Unauthorized use of outside resources during the hiring process will result in disqualification.
Working Conditions
Work Locations: Offices homes of participants and community sites and hotels.
Travel: Occasional travel for meetings trainings and other case related activities including required occasional overnight travel. Travel is also required for transporting children and/or families/parents to appointments.
Hours: This position requires coverage of shifts Monday to Friday 8 AM to 5 PM with flexibility to work early or late as needed and occasional weekend availability.
Physical Requirements: Frequent physical activity including lifting up to 50 pounds and assisting children with car seats.
This role involves handling sensitive topics related to trauma abuse and crises requiring a traumainformed approach that is essential to ensure a safe environment.
You may interact with individuals who have experienced trauma and may have difficulty managing their emotions.
Be prepared for stressful situations that require quick decisionmaking to ensure safety for yourself and others.
Background Checks and Requirements
If selected as a finalist we will conduct a criminal history and background check. Adverse criminal history or background check may lead to disqualification. Additional background check information.
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 Securitys I9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States. ODHS will use EVerify to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.
Finalists must be cleared by the FBI Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) through a fingerprintbased criminal records check.
A valid drivers license and acceptable driving record are required for this position.
Benefits
ODHS Employee Resource Group communities that promote shared learning.
Cost of Living Adjustments.
Annual salary increases (until you reach the top of the listed salary range).
Amazing benefits package.
Possible eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
Employment Preference
Veterans preference:
General Information
This is a limited duration fulltime position and is represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU).
This is a limited duration position and is scheduled to end on 06/30/2025. Limitedduration employees eligible for benefits.
This recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies in the same classification.
Contact Information
We invite you to contact the recruiter for accommodation requests under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) application questions or jobspecific questions.
The recruiter for this position is Nadja Rue. If you contact the recruiter please include the job requisition number: REQ175387.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
