Social Service Specialist 1

6 months ago

Beaverton, United States State of Oregon Full time
Job Description:

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

Are you passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of vulnerable children and families? We’re seeking a dedicated Social Service Specialist to join our compassionate team. As a Social Service Specialist in child welfare, you’ll play a crucial role in ensuring the safety, well-being, and permanency of children in need.

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

  • When you join the , 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 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. 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 including health, dental, vision and much more

What will you be doing?

As an employee working within the , 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 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, you will:

  • Safety & Wellbeing: You play a crucial part in helping families achieve their goals while ensuring the safety and well-being of children.

  • Engagement: You engage with children, families, resource parents, and caregivers in various ways to promote safety, permanency, and optimal outcomes for Oregon’s children and families.

  • Assessment and Interviews: Conduct assessment and fact-finding interviews related to child safety, risk of abuse, neglect, or harm. You will also address necessary care and needs levels of the children and families.

  • Strategies: You develop and implement multi-level strategies that leverage family strengths and address areas for improvement.

  • Decision-Making: Analyzing collected information, you will determine appropriate child placement, considering each family’s unique circumstances.

  • Communication: You will create reports, case notes, testify in court, and communicate with diverse populations in office, community, or legal settings.

  • Application Review and Home Studies: As part of the process, you’ll review applications, interview applicants, and conduct home studies. These studies involve assessing an applicant’s ability to care for special needs children and youth, and meticulous documentation.

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:

    • One year of Human Services related experience, or

    • Completion of coursework equivalent to certification consistent with Oregon Caseworker Competency, or

  • An associate degree and either:

    • Two years of Human Services related experience, or

    • 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:

  • Community Engagement: Experience building collaborative relationships with community partners, agency staff, clients, and impacted communities.

  • Trauma-Informed Practices: Experience adopting trauma-informed practices that consider individual needs, safety, trust-building, and cultural sensitivity.

  • Technical Proficiency: Proficient in navigating technology, inputting, and retrieving data, and using various computer systems or databases, including Microsoft 365 programs.

  • Social Service Experience: Experience providing services and resources to children and families in social services settings.

  • Written Communication: Proficiency in writing detailed reports, including conclusions and recommended actions, with minimal spelling or grammar issues.

Please be sure to clearly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications and the essential attributes within your application materials. These two areas will be used to determine which candidates will be selected to move forward in the process.  Make sure to read the ‘

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