Child Protective Services Supervisor (Child Welfare Supervisor 2)

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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 team as a Child Protective Services Supervisor at the Midtown Child Welfare Office and play a vital role in ensuring child safety and stability. Were seeking experienced professionals to lead our efforts in transforming lives and supporting communities.

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 well-being.

As a CPS Supervisor you will:

• Supervise staff including hiring training performance evaluations and resolving complaints.

• Plan and implement service delivery strategies that align with community needs and departmental resources.

• Interpret and apply policies and procedures from the Department of Human Services and the District.

• Delegate personnel and resources ensure client service continuity and address client grievances.

• Ensure compliance with program standards administrative rules and legal requirements through case and workload reviews.

• Monitor and analyze client needs and service delivery to maintain effective and timely casework practices.

• Provide consultation and training to staff review service agreements and liaise with community agencies and Central Office staff.

Minimum Qualifications

-A bachelors degree in human services or a field related to human services; and

one year of lead work supervision or progressively related human services experience.

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-A bachelors degree unrelated to human services and

-Completion of coursework equivalent to certification consistent with Oregon Caseworker Competency; and

-One year of lead work supervision or progressively related experience in human services.

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-An associate degree; and

-Three years of human services related experience.

-One year of which must have included lead work supervision or progressively related experience.

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-An associate degree; and

-Completion of coursework equivalent to certification consistent with Oregon Caseworker Competency; and

-One year lead work supervision or progressively related experience in human services.

Essential Attributes

We are looking for candidates with:

• A commitment to embracing the Child Welfare Vision for Transformation and an understanding of how this vision plays a role in moving the organization forward to enhance diversity equity and inclusion.

• Leadership experience that includes either direct supervision project management team lead experience or other leadership opportunities.

• Demonstrated experience working well with colleagues leverage internal and external resources and work collaboratively and respectfully with other branch units.

• Experience using data to inform practice.

• An understanding of the basic principles and values of clinical supervision and trauma-informed coaching and mentoring. This includes reflective supervision self-awareness restorative accountability and clear communication.

• Experience monitoring and assessing potential risks and vulnerabilities to implement proactive measures to prevent or minimize the impact of crises.

Attention all candidates!

A cover letter is required. Please explain in your cover letter how you meet the essential attributes for this role. Writing skills are crucial and your cover letter will be assessed for both its content and writing quality.

-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

• Your work will be conducted in offices and other community sites.

• Occasional travel is required for attending meetings trainings and other case related activities.

• Employee will work a professional work week; hours of work may fluctuate based on service needs.

• Occasional non-traditional hours may be required including evening and weekend work.

• Employee will be on a rotating on-call/After-hours schedule that will include evening or weekend work.

• In this role you will handle sensitive issues related to trauma abuse substance use and crises.

• You will interact with a diverse range of individuals including those who have experienced trauma and may struggle with emotional regulation.

• This position requires rare overnight travel.

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.

• Finalists must be cleared by the FBI Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) through a fingerprint-based 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.

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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 a Management Service Supervisory position and is not represented by a union.

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.

The recruiter for this position is Ryan Bennett. If you contact the recruiter please include the job requisition number.

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