Teen Permanency Supervisor (Child Welfare Supervisor 2)

State of Oregon; Gresham (OR); Vor Ort; USD 69.000 - 107.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

ODHS Employee Resource Groups

Cost of Living Adjustments

Annual salary increases

Amazing benefits package

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PFSL)

Veterans’ preference

Zusammenfassung

Oregon Department of Human Services in Oregon seeks a Teen Permanency Supervisor to lead a responsive child welfare team and supervise staff. You will oversee hiring, training, and performance reviews, while aligning service delivery with community needs and DHS policies.

The role requires strong leadership and collaboration across departments. As a senior leader, you will drive data-informed decisions, support staff with trauma-informed coaching, and ensure compliance with legal requirements.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor’s degree in human services or related field with lead/supervisory experience.
• Alternative: degree not in human services with Oregon competency coursework and lead exp.
• Associate degree with multiple years of human services and some leadership.
• Associate degree with Oregon Caseworker Competency coursework and lead exp.

Aufgaben

• Supervise staff, including hiring, training, evaluations, and complaints.
• Plan and implement service delivery aligned with community needs.
• Interpret policies and apply procedures from DHS and the District.
• Delegate resources, ensure client service continuity, address grievances.
• Ensure compliance with standards and legal requirements through reviews.
• Monitor client needs and maintain timely casework practices.
• Provide consultation and training to staff and liaise with agencies.

Kenntnisse

Leadership experience

Staff supervision

Data-informed practice

Trauma-informed coaching

Collaboration & liaison

Ausbildung

Bachelor's in human services

Bachelor's in other field + cert

Associate degree + 3 yrs related exp

Associate degree + cert equivalent + lead exp

Jobbeschreibung

Initial Posting Date: 10/22/2026 Application Deadline: 10/29/2026 Agency: Department of Human Services Salary Range: $6,199 - $9,603 Position Type: Employee Position Title: Teen Permanency Supervisor (Child Welfare Supervisor 2)

Job Description: 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! Join our team as a Teen Permanency Supervisor and play a vital role in ensuring child safety and stability. We're seeking experienced professionals to lead our efforts in transforming lives and supporting communities.

Summary of Duties

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. As a Teen Permanency Supervisor, you will:

• Supervise staff, including hiring, training, performance evaluations, and resolving complaints.
• Plan and implement service delivery strategies that align with community needs and departmental resources.
• Interpret and apply policies and procedures from the Department of Human Services and the District.
• Delegate personnel and resources, ensure client service continuity, and address client grievances.
• Ensure compliance with program standards, administrative rules, and legal requirements through case and workload reviews.
• Monitor and analyze client needs and service delivery to maintain effective and timely casework practices.
• Provide consultation and training to staff, review service agreements, and liaise with community agencies and Central Office staff.

Minimum Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in human services or a field related to human services; AND one year of lead work, supervision, or progressively related human services experience.
• A bachelor’s degree unrelated to human services and Completion of coursework equivalent to certification consistent with Oregon Caseworker Competency; AND One year of lead work, supervision, or progressively related experience in human services.
• An associate degree; AND Three years of human services related experience. One year of which must have included lead work, supervision, or progressively related experience.
• An associate degree; AND Completion of coursework equivalent to certification consistent with Oregon Caseworker Competency; AND One year lead work, supervision, or progressively related experience in human services.

Essential Attributes

• A commitment to embracing the Child Welfare Vision for Transformation and an understanding of how this vision plays a role in moving the organization forward to enhance diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Leadership experience that includes either direct supervision, project management, team lead experience or other leadership opportunities.
• Demonstrated experience working well with colleagues, leverage internal and external resources, and work collaboratively and respectfully with other branch units.
• Experience using data to inform practice.
• An understanding of the basic principles and values of clinical supervision and trauma-informed coaching and mentoring. This includes reflective supervision, self-awareness, restorative accountability, and clear communication.
• Experience monitoring and assessing potential risks and vulnerabilities, to implement proactive measures to prevent or minimize the impact of crises.

Working Conditions

Your work will be conducted in offices and other community sites. Occasional travel is required for attending meetings, trainings, and other case related activities. Employee will work a professional work week; hours of work may fluctuate based on service needs. Occasional, non-traditional hours may be required, including evening and weekend work. Employee will be on a rotating on-call/After-hours schedule, that will include evening or weekend work. In this role, you will handle sensitive issues related to trauma, abuse, substance use, and crises. You will interact with a diverse range of individuals, including those who have experienced trauma and may struggle with emotional regulation. This position requires rare overnight travel.

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.

Note

“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.”

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.
• Employment Preference Veterans’ preference: Veterans’ preference information.

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

We invite you to contact the recruiter for accommodation requests under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), application questions or job-specific questions. The recruiter for this position is Ryan Bennett. If you contact the recruiter, please include the job requisition number. Email: [e-mail] Oregon state government is a large organization by nearly any standard. With over 40,000 employees working all over the state, in small communities and large, we are proving that government can be innovative. We work as a team, challenging ourselves to be better, faster and more efficient with taxpayer dollars. After all, when every day we are responsible for caring for the needs of a diverse population and thriving business community, we simply must have the best and brightest workforce. If you take responsibility for your actions, are passionate about helping others succeed, and have a reputation for excellence and honesty, why not make Oregon state government your next career move? Joining our team means you open the door to many possibilities. From entry level to executive, outdoor work to policy setting, we have a role for nearly every calling, expertise and background. If you’re looking at us from across the country (or beyond!), know that Oregon is one of the most beautiful places on earth. Made up of seven diverse regions, Oregon has the ocean, mountains, valleys, high desert, cities, small towns, and almost everything in between. Oregon “flies with her own wings.”