Child Protective Services Caseworker (Social Service Specialist 1)
Initial Posting Date:
07/20/2023Application Deadline:
08/03/2023Agency:
Department of Human ServicesSalary Range:
$4,259 - $6,528Position Type:
EmployeePosition Title:
Child Protective Services Caseworker (Social Service Specialist 1)
Job Description:
Would you like the opportunity to make a positive impact on Oregonians in need of support and resources? Would you enjoy working with a tight-knit team that collaborates and learns together in service of children, families, and communities? If so, we'd love to hear from you!The Office of Child Welfare is seeking a child protective services caseworker to join our team in Hermiston.
We are a tight-knit team within a small branch, and we work hard to support each other.
We are seeking a candidate with strong critical thinking skills who is organized, open-minded, and inquisitive.
In this role, you will assess alleged child abuse or neglect through fact-finding interviews to determine if a child has been or is at risk of being harmed.
You will determine appropriate child placement if necessary and take action to reduce risk to the child by providing emergency and crisis intervention.
ODHS, A place to belong and make a difference! When you join the ODHS, you join a community of nearly 10,000 employees dedicated to serving Oregon's most vulnerable populations.
Our mission is to help Oregonians in their own communities achieve wellbeing and independence through opportunities that protect, empower, respect choice, and preserve dignity.
We are committed to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do.
We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQIA
community members, and others to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.
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.
At ODHS you will:
Find connections through employee resource groups (ERGs) - officially chartered groups organized around shared cultural identities to support historically underrepresented ODHS employees.
Grow your career through free leadership training, ample career pathways, and committee participation opportunities.
Enjoy work/life balance, 11 paid holidays a year, flexible work schedules, remote work options, and competitive benefits packages.
To learn more about our agency, click here About Child Welfare:
Child Welfare Mission:
Ensure the safety of children and support families and communities that protect and care for them.
Child Welfare Vision:
All children experience safe, stable, healthy childhoods in the care of family and community.
For more information on Child Welfare programs please click here.
What you will be doing:
Responding to allegations of alleged child abuse and neglect.
Conducting fact-finding interviews using engagement skills with children, parents, and other parties.
Observing home environments.
Making determinations about whether abuse or neglect has occurred and taking protective measures when appropriate.
After gathering all available information through interviews, documents and observations, using critical thinking to determine safety decisions and outcomes regarding the children you are assessing.
Arranging medical evaluations and substitute care placement of children.
Attending court hearings and meetings related to child protective services assessments.
Fulfilling various documentation requirements.
Working conditions:
Employee's work may be conducted in offices, participant's homes, and other community sites.
This position will require you to work a professional work week where the hours of work fluctuate on a daily and weekly basis.
The opportunity to telecommute is available up to one day per week.
Work occurs mainly between the hours of 8 a.
m.
and 5 p.
m.
, but paid overtime is often required.
You may interact with a wide range of people including some who have experienced trauma, exhibit challenges in controlling their anger, or other unexpected emotions impacted by drug use, cognitive impairments, or other factors.
You may walk into stressful situations that require quick decision-making skills to ensure the safety of those being serviced and own physical safety.
This may also be trauma inducing.
What you need to qualify:
A bachelor's degree in human services or a field related to human services.
ORA bachelor's degree unrelated to human services, and either:
1) One year of human services-related experience, OR2) Completion of coursework equivalent to certification consistent with Oregon caseworker competency.
ORAn associate degree and either:
1) Two years of human services-related experience, OR2) One year of human services-related experience and related training, coursework or certification consistent with Oregon caseworker competency.
A valid Oregon driver license and acceptable driving record are necessary for this position.
Essential Attributes:
You do not need to have all these attributes to be considered for this opening, however, the most competitive candidates will have most of them.
If you possess an attribute, please let us know in your application materials.
Experience providing services and resources to children and families while working or volunteering in a social services-related field.
Demonstrated communication skills, including the ability to engage with a variety of people by being open-minded and inquisitive.
Experience using sound judgement to come up with successful solutions to problems.
Experience using a strength-based perspective when working with others who exhibit challenges.
Experience successfully facilitating change.
Ability to stay organized and manage details while adapting to ever-changing schedules and circumstances.
Demonstrated knowledge about crisis intervention, conflict resolution, behavior management, and the impact of trauma.
How to Apply:
Your work history profile and/or resume are the perfect opportunities to highlight your interest in the position and showcase the amazing skills and experience that make you the best candidate for the position.
Please upload a resume or complete the work history profile.
Note:
Your resume may be uploaded in the Resume/CV field on the online application.
External Applicants:
Click on the Apply button and submit your application.
View this video for help.
Internal Applicants (Current State of Oregon employees):
Apply via your employee Workday account.
View this job aid for help.
After you submit your application, please respond to the public records request authorization and gender identity questionnaire.
This screen will come after you submit and will complete the process.
If you are an employee, the tasks will come to your Workday inbox.
Veterans:
If you are claiming veterans preference points, you will receive a task in your Workday account to provide military documents (if you have not already provided them).
Please ensure to complete all tasks in Workday during the application process and upload your documents (DD214/Disability).
Click here for a guide on how to upload your documents.
For privacy reasons, please do not attach your DD214/DD215/civil service preference letter to your application - instead, attach these documents when prompted to during the Workday task.
For questions about documentation, please visit:
Veterans Resources.
Background Checks Finalists for this position will be subject to a computerized criminal history and abuse check.
Adverse background information will be reviewed and could result in withdrawal of a conditional job offer or termination of employment.
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 Security's 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.
Helpful Information:
This position is represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU).
This recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies.
If you need an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to participate in the application or selection process, please contact our office at email protected .
Have questions about Workday, and want some tips on understanding the state application process? Check out this link.
For questions or assistance with the application process, please contact Jill Larson via email at email protected .
Please be sure to include the job requisition number.
Recommended Skills Adaptability Assessments Child Protection Communication Conflict Resolution Crisis Intervention Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
07/20/2023Application Deadline:
08/03/2023Agency:
Department of Human ServicesSalary Range:
$4,259 - $6,528Position Type:
EmployeePosition Title:
Child Protective Services Caseworker (Social Service Specialist 1)
Job Description:
Would you like the opportunity to make a positive impact on Oregonians in need of support and resources? Would you enjoy working with a tight-knit team that collaborates and learns together in service of children, families, and communities? If so, we'd love to hear from you!The Office of Child Welfare is seeking a child protective services caseworker to join our team in Hermiston.
We are a tight-knit team within a small branch, and we work hard to support each other.
We are seeking a candidate with strong critical thinking skills who is organized, open-minded, and inquisitive.
In this role, you will assess alleged child abuse or neglect through fact-finding interviews to determine if a child has been or is at risk of being harmed.
You will determine appropriate child placement if necessary and take action to reduce risk to the child by providing emergency and crisis intervention.
ODHS, A place to belong and make a difference! When you join the ODHS, you join a community of nearly 10,000 employees dedicated to serving Oregon's most vulnerable populations.
Our mission is to help Oregonians in their own communities achieve wellbeing and independence through opportunities that protect, empower, respect choice, and preserve dignity.
We are committed to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do.
We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQIA
community members, and others to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.
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.
At ODHS you will:
Find connections through employee resource groups (ERGs) - officially chartered groups organized around shared cultural identities to support historically underrepresented ODHS employees.
Grow your career through free leadership training, ample career pathways, and committee participation opportunities.
Enjoy work/life balance, 11 paid holidays a year, flexible work schedules, remote work options, and competitive benefits packages.
To learn more about our agency, click here About Child Welfare:
Child Welfare Mission:
Ensure the safety of children and support families and communities that protect and care for them.
Child Welfare Vision:
All children experience safe, stable, healthy childhoods in the care of family and community.
For more information on Child Welfare programs please click here.
What you will be doing:
Responding to allegations of alleged child abuse and neglect.
Conducting fact-finding interviews using engagement skills with children, parents, and other parties.
Observing home environments.
Making determinations about whether abuse or neglect has occurred and taking protective measures when appropriate.
After gathering all available information through interviews, documents and observations, using critical thinking to determine safety decisions and outcomes regarding the children you are assessing.
Arranging medical evaluations and substitute care placement of children.
Attending court hearings and meetings related to child protective services assessments.
Fulfilling various documentation requirements.
Working conditions:
Employee's work may be conducted in offices, participant's homes, and other community sites.
This position will require you to work a professional work week where the hours of work fluctuate on a daily and weekly basis.
The opportunity to telecommute is available up to one day per week.
Work occurs mainly between the hours of 8 a.
m.
and 5 p.
m.
, but paid overtime is often required.
You may interact with a wide range of people including some who have experienced trauma, exhibit challenges in controlling their anger, or other unexpected emotions impacted by drug use, cognitive impairments, or other factors.
You may walk into stressful situations that require quick decision-making skills to ensure the safety of those being serviced and own physical safety.
This may also be trauma inducing.
What you need to qualify:
A bachelor's degree in human services or a field related to human services.
ORA bachelor's degree unrelated to human services, and either:
1) One year of human services-related experience, OR2) Completion of coursework equivalent to certification consistent with Oregon caseworker competency.
ORAn associate degree and either:
1) Two years of human services-related experience, OR2) One year of human services-related experience and related training, coursework or certification consistent with Oregon caseworker competency.
A valid Oregon driver license and acceptable driving record are necessary for this position.
Essential Attributes:
You do not need to have all these attributes to be considered for this opening, however, the most competitive candidates will have most of them.
If you possess an attribute, please let us know in your application materials.
Experience providing services and resources to children and families while working or volunteering in a social services-related field.
Demonstrated communication skills, including the ability to engage with a variety of people by being open-minded and inquisitive.
Experience using sound judgement to come up with successful solutions to problems.
Experience using a strength-based perspective when working with others who exhibit challenges.
Experience successfully facilitating change.
Ability to stay organized and manage details while adapting to ever-changing schedules and circumstances.
Demonstrated knowledge about crisis intervention, conflict resolution, behavior management, and the impact of trauma.
How to Apply:
Your work history profile and/or resume are the perfect opportunities to highlight your interest in the position and showcase the amazing skills and experience that make you the best candidate for the position.
Please upload a resume or complete the work history profile.
Note:
Your resume may be uploaded in the Resume/CV field on the online application.
External Applicants:
Click on the Apply button and submit your application.
View this video for help.
Internal Applicants (Current State of Oregon employees):
Apply via your employee Workday account.
View this job aid for help.
After you submit your application, please respond to the public records request authorization and gender identity questionnaire.
This screen will come after you submit and will complete the process.
If you are an employee, the tasks will come to your Workday inbox.
Veterans:
If you are claiming veterans preference points, you will receive a task in your Workday account to provide military documents (if you have not already provided them).
Please ensure to complete all tasks in Workday during the application process and upload your documents (DD214/Disability).
Click here for a guide on how to upload your documents.
For privacy reasons, please do not attach your DD214/DD215/civil service preference letter to your application - instead, attach these documents when prompted to during the Workday task.
For questions about documentation, please visit:
Veterans Resources.
Background Checks Finalists for this position will be subject to a computerized criminal history and abuse check.
Adverse background information will be reviewed and could result in withdrawal of a conditional job offer or termination of employment.
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 Security's 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.
Helpful Information:
This position is represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU).
This recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies.
If you need an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to participate in the application or selection process, please contact our office at email protected .
Have questions about Workday, and want some tips on understanding the state application process? Check out this link.
For questions or assistance with the application process, please contact Jill Larson via email at email protected .
Please be sure to include the job requisition number.
Recommended Skills Adaptability Assessments Child Protection Communication Conflict Resolution Crisis Intervention Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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