Program Specialist Job Bend area,Oregon USA,Social Work

Location:

Bend

Compensation:

$28.03/hour- (plus .50 for Bilingual Spanish)

Hours:

40 hours/week

Benefits:

100% premium paid Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance, Agency paid Retirement plan (up to 6 %!), almost 2 weeks of paid vacation accrued within first year, plus 14 paid Holidays annually and a separate sick leave accrual.

Deadline:

Positions remains open until filled

Neighbor Impact’s Supportive Service’s Overview

The Supportive Services Department works to strengthen the well-being and stability of children, families, and individuals throughout Central Oregon by connecting them with essential resources and support. The department provides services that help meet basic needs, including diaper assistance, foster family supports, family stabilization resources, and health-related social needs programs. Through a prevention-focused approach, Supportive Services partners with families and community organizations to reduce barriers, promote long-term stability, and ensure vulnerable children and families have access to the resources they need to thrive.

Overview

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Duties and Responsibilities:

This role supports Participants referred by an ODHS Family Coach into one of three service categories:
Child Activities, Life Skills, or Stabilized Living. The Specialist completes intake, delivers or coordinates services within the Participant's referred category, and maintains accurate, timely documentation. This position works under the direction of the Supportive Services Client Services Manager, with concurrent guidance from ODHS.

Requirements

Required:

Associates degree in Social Services, Human Services, or a related field required

OR High School Diploma/GED and 3 years of direct experience in case management or related services required.

Two years' experience (i.e., employment, internships, or long-term volunteer position) in the social services, human service or customer service required.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, including Excel, is required.
Passion for helping others and a desire to work in an organization that serves people experiencing poverty and instability required.
Ability to travel throughout the tri-county area regularly, even in inclement weather, using a personal vehicle is required.
Prior to date of hire and throughout employment:

Valid driver's license

Proof of current auto insurance

Access to reliable transportation required

Satisfactory criminal background check required

Satisfactory motor vehicle records check required

Required within 90 days of hire:

Completion of mandatory reporter training, required annually thereafter

TRACS and JOI system access/user profile setup

Preferred:

Bachelor’s degree in social work, human services, or related field preferred
Professional experience in the field, or a related field, preferred
English/Spanish bilingual preferred