Family Coach (Bilingual: English and Ukrainian preferred)
Family Coach (Bilingual: English and Ukrainian preferred)
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Job Description
Initial Posting Date:
06/12/2025Application Deadline:
06/19/2025Agency:
Department of Human ServicesSalary Range:
$4409 - $6420Position Type:
EmployeePosition Title:
Family Coach (Bilingual: English and Ukrainian preferred)Job 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 our dynamic Engagement Team at the District 2 Portland-Glisan Self Sufficiency Office and make a meaningful impact as a Family Coach (Bilingual: English and Ukrainian preferred).
Summary of Duties
As a Family Coach (Human Services Case Manager) you will:
- Conduct interviews to determine family needs and eligibility and complete program applications for program benefits and if eligible issues appropriate support.
- Engage clients in family evaluation of strengths and jointly develop a case plan and identify the steps the family will take towards self-sufficiency and meeting their basic needs.
- Monitor progress needs and makes necessary modifications to the case plan.
- Initiate and participate in case staffing employment readiness life skills training and supports job search as needed.
- Assist with crisis and safety planning for individuals experiencing domestic violence.
- Explore alternate resources and link clients to community services and may also assist with supporting resources and services within the community.
Minimum Qualifications
- A Bachelors degree in a Behavioral Science Social Science or a closely related field
OR
- A Bachelors degree in any field and one year 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 disabilities prevention health cultural competencies inadequate housing)
OR
- An Associate degree in a Behavioral Science Social Science or a closely related field AND two years 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 disabilities prevention health cultural competencies inadequate housing)
OR
- Three years 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 disabilities prevention health cultural competencies inadequate housing).
Must have a valid drivers license and acceptable driving record. For individuals needing an ADA accommodation to meet this requirement you will need to be able to provide alternate method of transportation.
Candidates must clearly demonstrate meeting the minimum qualifications (What you need to qualify) in their submitted resume or application. This is best done by submitting a complete (long version) resume and/or application with all work experience including all job duties education and relevant volunteer work.
Family Coaches possess soft and technical skills in the following areas:
- Community & Family Focused
- Knowledge of Case Management Practices
- Verbal/Written Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Active Listening and Emotional Intelligence
- Time Management/Flexibility
- Conflict Resolution Team Oriented
- Bilingual: English (and Ukrainian preferred).
- Driving Duties REQUIRED. Must have a valid drivers license and acceptable driving record.
Essential Attributes
We are looking for candidates that demonstrate these skills:
- Experience engaging and working with communities community partners and organizations and familiarity with resources
- Extensive knowledge and ability to actively view and engage in all cases through a Trauma informed lens.
- Ability to research and solve complex problems. Experience in initiating and assessing matters independently and utilizing sound judgment in making trauma-informed decisions in delivering casework services to individuals families and groups.
- Successful experience organizing and putting work in priority order and ability to work under pressure and manage a high caseload..
- Skills in taking ownership of ones responsibility maintaining professional relationships and creating an inclusive culture that values differences fosters teamwork and thrives in a team environment working towards achieving the agencys mission and goals.
Attention all candidates! A cover letter and long version resume are highly recommended. Your application materials will determine if you are selected to move forward in the process. During the pay equity assessment the information provided on your application will determine your starting salary - please include detailed work and education history.
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
- Position is fast paced at times.
- High volume of individual and family contact.
- You will be exposed to a diverse range of customers and will need to respond with compassion and professionalism through a cultural and trauma informed lens.
- You will have contact with a range of people including some who may be experiencing emotional and financial stress.
- You will work with domestic violence survivors. These situations may be stressful and understanding self-care and available resources are important.
- Employees work is conducted in offices participants homes and other community sites.
- Hours of work may vary from day to day and may include evenings and weekends.
- Your work schedule will be 8 a.m. 5 p.m. PST Monday Friday. Occasionally you will need to adjust your schedule based on service need.
- This position requires flexibility to work various hours to flex in/out to allow for attending local events.
- Must have a valid drivers license and acceptable driving record. For individuals needing an ADA accommodation to meet this requirement you will need to be able to provide alternate method of transportation.
- This is not a remote position.
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 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.
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:
- Veterans preference information.
- How to submit your Veteran documents for preference. Please do not attach your Veterans preference documentation in the Resume/CV field of your application.
General Information
- This is a permanent full-time 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 job-specific questions.
Employment Type
Full-Time
