Child Welfare Social Worker – Protective Services

State of Oregon; John Day (OR); Presencial; USD 50.000 - 85.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

ODHS Employee Resource Group

Cost of Living Adjustments

Annual salary increases

Amazing benefits package

Possible Public Service Loan Forgivess

Descripción de la vacante

The State of Oregon's Department of Human Services is seeking a Child Protective Services Worker (Social Service Specialist 1) for the John Day, Oregon office. This on-site role offers an underfill pathway with growth into the full position and a monthly salary range of 4,954 to 7,592 USD.

You will respond to referrals, interview families, assess home safety, gather collateral information, and document findings for court review.

Formación

• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.
• One year of direct experience in protective services or a related field; OR an associate degree.
• Degree must be completed within two calendar years from date of hire.
• Pursuant to ORS 419B.021, meets educational requirements for CPS investigations.

Responsabilidades

• Respond to referrals to determine if abuse or neglect has occurred.
• Gather information through interviews with parents and children.
• Observe home environments for safety risks.
• Collect collateral information from school personnel, doctors, and law enforcement.
• Fulfill documentation and enter data into databases; arrange medical evaluations and substitute care.
• Present and testify in court.

Conocimientos

Valid driver's license

Direct experience in protective

Interviews & information gathering

Analytical thinking under pressure

Documentation & reporting

Educación

Associate degree in Human Services

Bachelor’s degree in Human Services

Equivalent education/experience

Descripción del empleo

The State of Oregon's Department of Human Services is seeking a Child Protective Services Worker (Social Service Specialist 1) for the John Day, Oregon office. This on-site role offers an underfill pathway with growth into the full position and a monthly salary range of 4,954 to 7,592 USD.

You will respond to referrals, interview families, assess home safety, gather collateral information, and document findings for court review.