Child Welfare CPS Worker - Transform Futures

Oregon Inc; Oregon; On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Amazing benefits package

Cost of Living Adjustments

Salary progression

Job summary

Oregon Department of Human Services is recruiting Child Protective Services workers to support families in Hermiston and Pendleton. The role focuses on evaluating referrals, ensuring child safety, and coordinating services across agencies.

You will document findings, testify in court when needed, and help place children in safe settings. Positions are full-time, based in northeastern Oregon, with travel across the district.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated strong written and oral communication skills.
• Experience documenting and maintaining thorough records.
• Ability to assess safety and develop case plans.
• Experience coordinating with families and partner agencies.
• Commitment to equity and inclusive practice.

Responsibilities

• Respond to referrals and determine if child abuse or neglect occurred.
• Gather information via interviews with parents and children.
• Observe and analyze safety of home environments.
• Arrange medical evaluations and placement for children.
• Present and testify in court when required.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Documentation

Interagency collaboration

Case planning

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Services or related field

Associate degree with related experience

Job description

Oregon Department of Human Services is recruiting Child Protective Services workers to support families in Hermiston and Pendleton. The role focuses on evaluating referrals, ensuring child safety, and coordinating services across agencies.

You will document findings, testify in court when needed, and help place children in safe settings. Positions are full-time, based in northeastern Oregon, with travel across the district.