Trauma-Informed CPS Worker: Child Welfare Advocate

Oregon Inc; Newport (OR); Presencial; USD 55.000 - 85.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

The Oregon Department of Human Services is seeking a Child Protective Services Worker (Social Service Specialist 1) to join the Newport Child Welfare team. This in-person role focuses on interviewing families, assessing safety, and coordinating placements and services to ensure the safety and well-being of Oregon’s children.

The position requires a valid driver’s license and a relevant degree or equivalent experience.

Formación

• Experience building and maintaining professional relationships.
• Experience organizing and prioritizing work to meet deadlines.
• Experience working effectively with people from diverse backgrounds using culturally responsive practices.
• Experience de-escalating tense situations and responding to conflict.
• Experience preparing clear written documentation such as case plans, court reports, narratives, or observations.
• Experience communicating sensitive information with empathy and professionalism.
• Experience applying trauma-informed practices when working with individuals and families who have experienced trauma.

Responsabilidades

• Respond to referrals, interviewing children, families and contacts.
• Observe home environments, conduct child safety assessments, and make determinations of abuse or neglect, taking protective action when necessary.
• Develop service plans to meet the needs of children and families.
• Arrange medical evaluations, placements, and connect families with services and resources.
• Create reports, safety plans, assessment evaluations, case notes, testify in court, and communicate with diverse populations.

Conocimientos

Professional relationships

Time management

Cultural competency

Trauma-informed practice

Educación

Bachelor’s degree in Human Services

Associate degree with related experience

Descripción del empleo

The Oregon Department of Human Services is seeking a Child Protective Services Worker (Social Service Specialist 1) to join the Newport Child Welfare team. This in-person role focuses on interviewing families, assessing safety, and coordinating placements and services to ensure the safety and well-being of Oregon’s children.

The position requires a valid driver’s license and a relevant degree or equivalent experience.