Generalist Caseworker (Social Service Specialist 1)

Initial Posting Date:

08/20/2025

Application Deadline:

09/03/2025

Agency:

Department of Human Services

Salary Range:

$4,833.00 - $7,407.00 USD Monthly

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Generalist Caseworker (Social Service Specialist 1)

Job Description:

The Oregon Department of Human Services is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are guided by our Equity North Star and our vision for a positive RiSE organizational culture that 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. 

This job posting is open until filled; applications will be screened every two weeks. Please apply now, as this posting may be closed at any time when a sufficient candidate pool is established. This is an ongoing selection process, and we will be scheduling interviews throughout the process.

Opportunity awaits! 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!  

We are currently seeking to fill a Child Protective Services Worker (Social Service Specialist 1) to join our Child Welfare team based in our Baker City office. Baker City is located in rural Eastern Oregon.

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 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 Generalist Caseworker Social Service Specialist1), you will: 

• Perform the work of a Child Protective Services (CPS) Worker, and Permanency Worker.

• Conduct child safety assessments of alleged child abuse or neglect to determine if a child has been or is at risk of being harmed.

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