Initial Posting Date:

06/13/2024

Application Deadline:

06/23/2024

Agency:

Department of Human Services

Salary Range:

$4,138 - $6,025

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Family Coach (Human Services Case Manager) Bilingual Encouraged

Job Description:

We are seeking a Family Coach to join our Portland Self Sufficiency Office and become part of our Alberta Engagement Team!

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are actively working to build an equitable agency with the Equity North Star 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.

Ready to make a positive impact on the lives of those in need? Join our Family Engagement team and help create a culture of support and empowerment for Oregon's families.

Bilingual Encouraged

This position does not require bilingual language skills but there is a need in the communities that we serve, and all are encouraged to apply.

You will work closely with Oregon families and work is based in the Portland Branch located on N. Webster Street and in the local community. As a Family Coach, you will also assist with crisis and safety planning for individuals experiencing domestic violence. This is not a remote position.

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

• When you join the ODHS, 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 Equity North Star 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 competitive benefits packages including health, dental, vision and much more!

What you need to qualify

• A Bachelor's degree in a Behavioral Science, Social Science, or a closely related field

OR

• A Bachelor's 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 driver's 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 are required to clearly show that they meet the minimum qualifications (as outlined in the 'What you need to qualify' section) within their submitted resume or application.