Child Protective Services Worker (Social Service Specialist 1) | Bilingual English/Spanish required
Child Protective Services Worker (Social Service Specialist 1) | Bilingual English/Spanish required
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$ 4833 - 7407
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Initial Posting Date:
05/07/2025Application Deadline:
05/21/2025Agency:
Department of Human ServicesSalary Range:
$4833.00 $7407.00Position Type:
EmployeePosition Title:
Child Protective Services Worker (Social Service Specialist 1) Bilingual English/Spanish requiredJob 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! Imagine a role where you engage with children families resource parents and caregivers to achieve safety and optimal outcomes for Oregons children and families. Imagine yourself conducting child safety assessments through an equity and culturally relevant lens. If youre looking to make a difference and this sounds intriguing this Child Protective Services Worker position may be for you!
We are seeking multiple Child Protective Services Workers (Social Service Specialist 1) (Bilingual English/Spanish required) to join our Beaverton Child Welfare team.
Bilingual requirement English and Spanish
This position requires duties to be completed in both English and Spanish. The job offer will be contingent upon passing test(s) evaluating your proficiency in the bilingual requirements of the position. This position may receive a 5% differential pay based on passing the required language test.
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 Child Protective Services Worker you will:
Safety and Support: Protect childrens safety and support families by engaging with them resource parents and caregivers. Using a traumainformed and antiracist approach.
A Balancing Act: Navigate the needs of the child and the family while balancing legal requirements.
Assessment and Interviews: Conduct assessment and factfinding interviews related to child safety risk of abuse neglect or harm. You will also address necessary care and needs levels of the children and families.
DecisionMaking: Analyzing collected information you will determine appropriate child placement considering each familys unique circumstances.
Communication: You will create reports case notes testify in court and communicate with diverse populations in office community or legal settings.
Minimum Qualifications
A bachelors degree in human services or a field related to human service OR
A bachelors degree unrelated to Human Services and either:
One year of Human Services related experience OR
Completion of coursework equivalent to certification consistent with Oregon Caseworker Competency OR
An associate degree and either:
Two years of Human Services related experience OR
One year of Human Services related experience and related training coursework or certification consistent with Oregon Caseworker Competency
Bilingual skills inEnglish and Spanish(the job offer will be contingent upon passing test(s) evaluating your proficiency in the bilingual requirements of the position).
Essential Attributes
We are looking for candidates with:
Experience building collaborative relationships with community partners agency staff clients and impacted communities.
Experience prioritizing work while managing competing priorities and deadlines.
Experience engaging with children and families under timesensitive and challenging circumstances to gather information and make informed decisions.
Experience writing reports such as case plans court reports and investigative reports that include conclusions and recommended action.
Experience defining and explaining complex rules and guidelines in a variety of settings.
Experience inputting and retrieve data efficiently and effectively.
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.
Travel: Occasional travel for meetings trainings and other case related activities. This includes required occasional overnight travel.
Hours: Regular work week with fluctuating hours; occasional overtime may be needed including evenings and weekends.
OnCall: Youll be part of a rotating oncall schedule that includes evenings and weekends.
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 permanent fulltime position and is represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU).
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: REQ173876.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
