Trauma-Informed Child Welfare Caseworker

oregon; North Bend (WA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ODHS benefits package

Cost of Living Adjustments

Annual salary increases

Job summary

The Oregon Department of Human Services is seeking a Child Protective Services Worker to safeguard Oregon’s children and support families. This on-site role focuses on safety assessments, service planning, and interagency collaboration in North Bend, Oregon.

Responsibilities include interviewing families, developing safety plans, coordinating placements, and maintaining detailed documentation while engaging diverse communities with cultural competence.

Qualifications

• A valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record are required for this position.
• A bachelor’s degree in Human Services or a field related to human service,

Responsibilities

• Respond to referrals of alleged abuse or neglect by interviewing children, parents, and collateral contacts and observing home environments to assess child safety.
• Conduct comprehensive safety assessments, determine whether abuse or neglect has occurred, and implement protective actions or safety plans when children cannot remain safely in their homes.
• Develop service plans that address the unique needs of children and families, and connect them with community resources, medical evaluations, and supportive programs.
• Arrange placements when necessary and participate in multidisciplinary team meetings, court hearings, and other collaborative activities to support accurate assessment, planning, and decision‑making.
• Maintain clear, thorough documentation including court reports, affidavits, referrals, safety plans, and case notes—and communicate effectively with diverse families, partners, and stakeholders.

Skills

Driver's license

Communication

Time management

Cultural competence

Documentation/writing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Services or related field

Bachelor's degree unrelated to Human Services with 1 year Human Services experience or related coursework

Associate degree with 2+ years Human Services experience or related training

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

The Oregon Department of Human Services is seeking a Child Protective Services Worker to safeguard Oregon’s children and support families. This on-site role focuses on safety assessments, service planning, and interagency collaboration in North Bend, Oregon.

Responsibilities include interviewing families, developing safety plans, coordinating placements, and maintaining detailed documentation while engaging diverse communities with cultural competence.