Child Protective Services Worker (Social Service Specialist 1)

Initial Posting Date:

06/17/2024

Application Deadline:

07/02/2024

Agency:

Department of Human Services

Salary Range:

$ 4,536.00 - $6,952.00 USD Monthly

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Child Protective Services Worker (Social Service Specialist 1)

Job Description:

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.

Imagine a role where you engage with children, families, resource parents and caregivers to achieve safety and optimal outcomes for Oregon’s children and families. Imagine yourself conducting child safety assessments through an equity and culturally relevant lens. If you're looking to make a difference and this sounds intriguing, this Child Protective Services Worker position may be for you! 

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!

Your duties at a glance

As an employee working within the Child Welfare Program, you will have an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of Oregon’s 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 Social Service Specialist 1, you will:

Respond to assigned referrals regarding alleged child abuse or neglect when a field assessment is necessary.  The CPS worker determines whether or not abuse or neglect has occurred, identifies child safety threats and develops protective actions and ongoing safety plans when children would be unsafe without intervention of the Agency.

What you need to qualify

A bachelor’s degree in Human Services or a field related to human service

 OR

A bachelor’s degree unrelated to Human Services and either:

1) One year of Human Services related experience; OR

2) Completion of coursework equivalent to certification consistent with Oregon Caseworker Competency

OR

An associate degree and either:

1) Two years of Human Services related experience; OR

2) One year of Human Services related experience and related training, coursework or certification consistent with Oregon Caseworker Competency

Essential attributes

We are looking for candidates with:

• Experience using computer technology including, Microsoft Word and Outlook.

• Experience mobilizing, engaging, and building collaborative relationships with community partners and people.

• Experien