Family Time Coordinator (Social Service Assistant

Position Title

Family Time Coordinator (Social Service Assistant)

08/13/2026

08/24/2026

Department of Human Services

$4,124 - $5,714

Employee

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! Imagine an opportunity to help families by ensuring they are able to spend quality family time together. Imagine a position where every day is unique and your ability to adapt and be flexible is valued. If you're looking for interesting workdays and a chance to make a difference, this Family Time Coordinator position may be for you!

Our Office of Child Welfare is seeking to fill a Family Time Coordinator (Social Services Assistant) position in person in Albany!

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.

• Gather and Document Information:
  Collect and record information from the caseworker, children, parents, relatives, case providers, schools, and other relevant resources to plan family time visits.
• Review Family Time Agreements:
  Meet with parents and caregivers to review family time agreements and guidelines, suggesting community resources as needed.
• Supervise Family Time:
  Supervise family time in an office or community setting, documenting relevant information. This ensures the safety and well-being of the children during these interactions.
• Transport Children:
  Assist with transporting children and parents/guardians to family time visits and other necessary appointments.
• Collaborate with Caseworkers:
  Work closely with caseworkers to assess the details of family time supervision. Recommend services needed for case planning and relay important information about the children and their families or caregivers

Interested in learning more? Here are some testimonials from current ODHS Workers.

A valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record are required for this position.

• One year of experience working in a human services or behavioral health setting;

• An associate degree in any field;

• An equivalent combination of education and experience.

We are looking for candidates with:

• Administrative Support:
  Experience providing administrative support by coordinating schedules, managing correspondence, and maintaining accurate and organized records.
• Documentation:
  Experience documenting observations, client interactions, and case-related information accurately and in accordance with established procedures.
• Trauma-Informed Practices:
  Experience applying trauma-informed practices when interacting with or providing services to individuals who have experienced trauma.
• Communication and
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Experience communicating and collaborating with people from diverse backgrounds to provide information, coordinate services, or accomplish shared goals.
• Working with Children and Families:
  Experience working with children and families from diverse backgrounds while adapting communication or service approaches to meet individual needs.
• Deescalation skills:
  Experienced in managing crisis situations through effective de-escalation, teamwork, and trauma-informed communication to ensure safety, reduce conflict, and support positive client outcomes.

• Your work schedule will initially be Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., and will transition in the future to a 4/10 schedule, with work hours of 8:30 a.m.…