Trauma-Informed Child Protective Investigator I

State of Oregon

Enterprise (AL)

On-site

USD 55,000 - 85,000

Full time

9 days ago
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Job summary

The Oregon Department of Human Services is seeking a Child Protective Services Worker (Social Service Specialist 1) in Enterprise. The role focuses on protecting children by evaluating referrals, interviewing families, and coordinating care plans in a rural Eastern Oregon context.

Qualifications include a bachelor's degree in human services or related field, with relevant experience or coursework. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package and potential for salary progression within

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Human Services or related field required.
  • One year of Human Services related experience OR completion of coursework equivalent with Oregon Caseworker Competency.
  • Two years of Human Services related experience OR related training for associates degree.

Responsibilities

  • 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 info into databases.
  • Arrange medical evaluations and substitute care placement for children.
  • Present and testify in court.

Skills

Self-motivation
Trauma-informed care
Written communication
Active listening
Time management
Reliability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Services
Bachelor's degree in related field
Associate degree + related experience

Job description

The Oregon Department of Human Services is seeking a Child Protective Services Worker (Social Service Specialist 1) in Enterprise. The role focuses on protecting children by evaluating referrals, interviewing families, and coordinating care plans in a rural Eastern Oregon context.

Qualifications include a bachelor's degree in human services or related field, with relevant experience or coursework. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package and potential for salary progression within

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