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    Social Service Specialist 1 - Dallas, United States - State of Oregon

    State of Oregon
    State of Oregon Dallas, United States

    2 weeks ago

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    Job Description:

    We want you to join our team

    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.

    Do you want the opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of children in need of support? Do you want to be part of a diverse workforce that collaborates and learns from each other to improve services that support children, families and communities? Then, we want to hear from you

    The Office of Child Welfare, part of the Oregon Department of Human Services, is looking for dedicated and compassionate individuals to provide services as a Social Service Specialist 1/Child Protective Services/ Permanency worker in Dallas, Oregon.

    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

    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:

    • Demonstrated ability to be self-motivated and manage your time well.
    • Demonstrated knowledge about trauma-informed care.
    • Excellent 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 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.

    Your duties at a glance

    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 Child Protective Services Worker, you will:

    • Protect children's safety and support families.
    • Engage with children, families, resource parents and caregivers in a multitude of ways to achieve the safety and optimal outcomes for Oregon's children and families. All engagement will be conducted through a trauma-informed and antiracist lens.
    • Conduct child safety assessments of alleged child abuse or neglect to determine if a child has been or is at risk of being harmed.
    • Write professional reports that include CPS assessments and court reports.
    • Collaborate with community partners on a daily basis.
    • Balance the needs of the child and the family in conjunction with balancing legal requirements.
    • Conduct assessment and fact-finding interviews to assess mental, physical, environmental, and social status of the caregiver.
    • Analyze interview information to determine appropriate child placement. All determinations are made in consideration of each family's unique circumstances.

    Interested in learning more? Here are some from current ODHS Child Protective Services Workers.

    Working conditions

    • Work is done in office and field, including client homes. Families served include mandated clients who may be hostile and resistant.
    • Some travel is required.
    • The employee in this position must have a valid driver's license.
    • This position requires the ability to use computer technology, including a working knowledge of OR-Kids, Microsoft Outlook and Microsoft Word. May be required to develop proficiencies in other computer technology.
    • This position requires working a flexible schedule as a condition of employment with a normal working day of 8 hours, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.; however, working hours may be adjusted within a given week, to provide planned services.
    • Occasional compensated overtime during evening, overnight or weekend hours may be required.
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