Child Welfare CPS Specialist | Protect & Support Families

State of Oregon; Milton-Freewater (OR); Presencial; USD 55.000 - 85.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

ODHS Employee Resource Group

Cost of Living Adjustments

Annual salary increases

Benefits package

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Descripción de la vacante

The Department of Human Services in Oregon is hiring a Child Protective Services Worker (Social Service Specialist 1) for the Milton Freewater office. The role will respond to referrals, assess safety, coordinate services, and may testify in court. Travel to Pendleton is required during the first year for training and support.

Work hours are Monday–Friday 8 am–5 pm PT, with occasional overtime. Salary ranges from $4,954 to $7,592 monthly, with benefits like cost-of-living adjustments and annual

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Services or a field related to human service is required.
• One year of Human Services related experience, or completion of related training/certification.
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record required.

Responsabilidades

• Respond to referrals and determine whether child abuse or neglect has occurred.
• Gather information through interviews with parents and children.
• Observe and analyze the safety of home environments.
• Gather collateral information from school personnel, doctors, therapists, and law enforcement officers.
• Fulfill documentation requirements and enter information into databases.
• Arrange medical evaluations and substitute care placement for children.
• Present and testify in court.

Educación

Bachelor’s degree in Human Services or related field

One year of Human Services related experience or related training

Descripción del empleo

The Department of Human Services in Oregon is hiring a Child Protective Services Worker (Social Service Specialist 1) for the Milton Freewater office. The role will respond to referrals, assess safety, coordinate services, and may testify in court. Travel to Pendleton is required during the first year for training and support.

Work hours are Monday–Friday 8 am–5 pm PT, with occasional overtime. Salary ranges from $4,954 to $7,592 monthly, with benefits like cost-of-living adjustments and annual