Role OverviewAs a Child Protective Services Worker, you will engage with children, families, resource parents, and caregivers to achieve safety and optimal outcomes for Oregon's children and families. You will conduct child safety assessments through an equity and culturally relevant lens, and navigate the needs of the child and the family while balancing legal requirements.
What You Will Do
Your duties will include safety and support, conducting assessments and interviews, decision-making, communication, and creating reports and case notes. You will also testify in court and communicate with diverse populations in office, community, or legal settings.
Why It Might Be a Fit
We are looking for candidates with experience engaging trauma-impacted families from diverse backgrounds, demonstrating sound judgment and decision-making in ambiguous situations, and managing dynamic workflow in a high-volume environment.
Requirements
- A bachelor's degree in Human Services or a field related to human services
- A valid driver's license and acceptable driving record
- Experience engaging trauma-impacted families from diverse backgrounds
- Experience engaging with community partners and organizations to support families from diverse backgrounds
- Experience demonstrating sound judgment and decision-making in ambiguous situations
- Experience with dynamic workflow management in a high-volume environment
Benefits
- Cost of Living Adjustments
- Annual salary increases
- Amazing benefits package
- Possible eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
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