Child Welfare Supervisor 2

Oregon Department of Human Services

Enterprise (OR)

On-site

USD 74,000 - 115,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Job summary

Oregon Department of Human Services in Enterprise, Oregon is seeking a Child Welfare Supervisor 2 to lead a team of social service staff, ensuring safety and permanency for children. The role emphasizes supervision, goal setting, and feedback in a collaborative, trauma-informed environment.

The position is permanent, full-time, with a salary range of $6,199 to $9,603 per month, and requires a bachelor’s or associate degree with relevant lead experience.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in human services or related field plus two years of lead work/supervision experience.
Bachelor's degree in a non-human-services field with Oregon Caseworker Competency coursework and two years of lead experience.
Associate degree plus three years in human services with lead work/supervision experience.

Responsibilities

Engage and supervise staff by planning, executing, monitoring, and evaluating activities.
Ensure staff adhere to laws, policies, quality standards, safety, and permanency goals for children.
Provide training, orientation, mentoring, and consultations to staff.
Maintain cooperative relationships with staff, partners, children, and families.
Make informed decisions regarding services provided to client families.

Skills

Lead work experience

Supervision

Staff training

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in human services or related field

Associate degree with lead/supervision experience

Oregon Caseworker Competency coursework equivalence

Job description

Job Description

Initial Posting Date: 09/21/2026

Application Deadline: 10/05/2026

Agency: Department of Human Services

Salary Range: $6,199 - $9,603

Position Type: Employee

Position Title: Child Welfare Supervisor 2

The Oregon Department of Human Services is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are guided by our Equity North Star and our vision for a positive RiSE organizational culture that advances equity and diversity. We encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQIA2S+ community members, and others to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.

Opportunity awaits! Are you ready to lead the way in Child Welfare services? Are you prepared to handle the responsibilities and challenges that come with being a supervisor, such as managing conflicts, setting goals, and providing feedback to your team members? Are you committed to creating a positive and inclusive work environment, where all team members feel valued, respected, and motivated to succeed? If so, join us in supervising social service staff to ensure the safety and permanency of children's lives. Make impactful decisions and create a positive change in the community.

As an employee working within the Child Welfare Program, 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 Vision for Transformation that will support children and young adults to be safer, healthier, experience less trauma and achieve a greater well-being.

We are seeking a Child Welfare Supervisor 2 to join our Enterprise team.

Where is Enterprise, Oregon? https://www.enterpriseoregon.gov/

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Summary Of Duties

Engage and supervise staff by planning, executing, monitoring, and evaluating activities related to ODHS and Child Welfare.
Ensure staff adhere to good social work practices, state and federal laws, and department policies. Continuously review programs and standards affecting quality, safety, and permanency of children's lives.
Provide general training, orientation, mentoring, and consultations to staff.
Maintain cooperative relationships with staff, community partners, children, and families.
Make informed decisions regarding the level and type of services provided to client families.

Minimum Qualifications

A bachelor’s degree in human services or a field related to human services and two years of lead work, supervision, or progressively related human services experience; OR
A bachelor’s degree unrelated to human services and completion of coursework equivalent to certification consistent with Oregon Caseworker Competency and two years of lead work, supervision, or progressively related experience in human services;OR
An associate degree and three years of human services related experience, two years of which must have included lead work, supervision, or progressively related experience; OR
An associate degree and completion of coursework equivalent to certification consistent with Oregon Caseworker Competency and two years of lead work, supervision, or progressively related experience in human services.

Essential Attributes

Experience developing and managing a case load or case plan related to safety practice models.
Experience implementing organizational objectives and ensuring that the necessary quantity and quality of work is achieved.
Experience supervising and managing a work unit including hiring, training employees, assigning, and reviewing work, providing employees with feedback on their performance, providing oversight of operations, and managing staff performance.
Experience with project management and continuous quality improvement.
Experience creating and maintaining a work environment that is respectful, facilitates the development of teams and is a professional model of leadership for staff.
Experience developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with partners and community members and maintain them over time.
Experience supervising a program or policy area that serves vulnerable adults.

Attention all candidates!

Your work history profile, cover letter, and resume are the perfect opportunity to highlight your interest in the position and demonstrate your skills, lived and/or work experience that shows you are an excellent candidate for the position.

Cover Letter is REQUIRED. If you do not attach one, you will not move on in the recruitment process. Please address how you meet the minimum qualifications and the essential attributes listed above.

Please make sure your application materials, resume and job history, are clearly outlined as this information will be used to determine your starting salary range. If you are selected as the final candidate and a degree is listed as a minimum qualification for the position, please be prepared to provide verification of your completed education before moving forward in the hiring process. If applicable, please clearly indicate if a degree has been completed when providing education history.

Note: Your resume and cover letter may be uploaded in the Resume/CV field on the online application.

The use of outside resources such as Artificial Intelligence software during applicant skill assessments, examinations, and/or interviews is prohibited unless otherwise stated by the hiring agency. Unauthorized use of outside resources during the hiring process will result in disqualification.

The State of Oregon does not request or require your age, date of birth, attendance or graduation dates from an educational institution during the application process.

Working Conditions

Work Locations: Offices, homes of participants, and community sites.
Travel: Occasional travel for meetings, trainings, and other case related activities. This includes required occasional overnight travel.
Hours: Regular work week with fluctuating hours; occasional overtime may be needed, including evenings and weekends.
On-Call: You'll be part of a rotating on-call schedule that includes evenings and weekends.
Physical Requirements: Frequent physical activity, including lifting up to 50 pounds and assisting children with car seats.
This role involves handling sensitive topics related to trauma, abuse, and crises, requiring a trauma-informed approach that is essential to ensure a safe environment.
You may interact with individuals who have experienced trauma and may have difficulty managing their emotions.
Be prepared for stressful situations that require quick decision-making to ensure safety for yourself and others.

Background Checks And Requirements

If selected as a finalist, we will conduct a criminal history and background check. Adverse criminal history or background check may lead to disqualification. Additional background check information.
The Oregon Department of Human Services does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security's I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States. ODHS will use E-Verify to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.
Finalists must be cleared by the FBI Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) through a fingerprint-based criminal records check.
A valid driver's license and acceptable driving record are required for this position.

Benefits

ODHS Employee Resource Group communities that promote shared learning.
Cost of Living Adjustments.
Annual salary increases (until you reach the top of the listed salary range).
Amazing benefits package.
Possible eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

Veterans' And Oregon National Guard Preference

Eligible Veterans and Oregon National Guard servicemembers (current and former) who meet the qualifications of the position will be awarded candidate preference. For more information, please visit Veterans Resources.

General Information

This is a permanent, full-time position and is a Management Service, Supervisory position and is not represented by a union.
This recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies in the same classification.

Contact Information

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