Permanency Worker

3 months ago


Newport, 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.

Imagine a role where you engage with children, families, resource parents and caregivers to understand their uniqueness, learn how each family functions and achieve safety and optimal outcomes for Oregon’s children and families.  In this role you will be conducting child safety assessments through an equity and culturally relevant lens to ensure children and families are provided with culturally responsive and appropriate services.  If you’re looking to make a difference, we’d love to hear from you 

We are seeking a Social Service Specialist 1 to join our team on the beautiful Oregon coast in Newport, OR  If you are interested in becoming a permanency worker, we’d be thrilled to receive your application.

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 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 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

  • If you have federal student loan debt or are thinking of going back to school, then you might benefit from the . If you make 120 qualifying payments on your student loan while working full-time for a qualifying employer, your student loan debt may be forgiven.

What you need to qualify

A bachelor’s degree in human services or a field related to human services.

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 .

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 .

A valid driver license and acceptable driving record are necessary for this position.

Essential attributes

We are looking for candidates with:

  • Experience using trauma-informed practices that are sensitive to the child and family’s language, race and culture. 

  • Demonstrated excellence with written communication skills, including the ability to write in plain language with minimal spelling and grammar issues.

  • Experience giving verbal presentations that were well-received and understandable to the audience.

  • Demonstrated ability to be self-motivated and manage your time well.

  • Demonstrated ability to prioritize self-care in order to maintain good mental health.

  • Demonstrated ability to come up with innovative solutions to problems.

  • Demonstrated ability to be an active listener and manage one’s own emotions, as well as the emotions of others.

Please be sure to clearly describe how you meet these attributes within your application materials. These attributes 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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