Child Protective Services Worker; Social Service Specialist | Bilingual : English​/Chinese

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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! Are you ready to transform your passion for protecting children and supporting families into a fulfilling career? Look no further! The Oregon Department of Human Services is on the lookout for caring individuals to join our team and help us make a meaningful difference in the lives of Oregon’s most vulnerable children and families.

Become a part of our Clackamas Child Welfare team as a Child Protective Services Worker, where you will connect with families, understand their unique situations, and create a lasting impact on those who need it most in Oregon!
If you are eager to make a difference, this Child Protective Services Worker position could be the perfect fit for you!

We are hiring a Child Protective Services Worker (Social Service Specialist
1) | (Bilingual English/Spanish Chinese required) to join our dedicated Child Welfare team in Clackamas
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Bilingual English/Spanish Chinese required:

This position requires duties to be completed in both English and Chinese. The job offer will be contingent upon passing test(s) evaluating your proficiency in the bilingual requirements of the position. This position may receive a 5% differential pay based on passing the required language test.

Together, we can create lasting change!

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.

• Safety & Wellbeing:
  You play a crucial part in helping families achieve their goals while ensuring the safety and well‑being of children.
• Engagement:
  You engage with children, families, resource parents, and caregivers in various ways to promote safety, permanency, and optimal outcomes for Oregon’s children and families.
• Assessment and Interviews:
  Conduct assessment and fact‑finding interviews related to child safety, risk of abuse, neglect, or harm. You will also address necessary care and needs levels of the children and families.
• Strategies:
  You develop and implement multi‑level strategies that leverage family strengths and address areas for improvement.
• Decision‑Making:
  Analyzing collected information, you will determine appropriate child placement, considering each family’s unique circumstances.
• Communication:
  You will create reports, case notes, testify in court, and communicate with diverse populations in office, community, or legal settings.

Per ORS 419B.021, any position engaged in child protective investigations and/or custody determinations must meet the educational requirements. Experience alone will not meet the minimum qualifications for those positions.
Degree must be completed, not in progress.

• A bachelor’s degree in Human Services or a field related to human service.
• A bachelor’s degree unrelated to Human Services and either one year of Human Services related experience or completion of coursework equivalent to certification consistent with Oregon Caseworker Competency.
• An associate degree and either two years of Human Services related experience or one year of Human Services related experience and related training, coursework or certification consistent with Oregon Caseworker…