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

Overview

Position Title
:
Child Protective Services Worker (Social Service Specialist
1) | Bilingual required:
English/Chinese
Initial Posting Date
: 02/27/2026
Final date to receive applications
: 03/08/2026
Agency
:
Department of Human Services
Salary Range
: $4,954 - $7,592
Position Type
:
Employee

Job Description
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 a diverse and inclusive community.

The Department is seeking caring individuals to join our team to help 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 position could be the perfect fit. We are hiring a Child Protective Services Worker (Social Service Specialist
1) to join our dedicated Child Welfare team in Clackamas. 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 tests evaluating bilingual proficiency. 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 supports children and young adults to be safer, healthier, experience less trauma and achieve greater well-being.

As a Child Protective Services Worker, you will:

• 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 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. Address necessary care and needs levels of the children and families.
• Strategies:
  Develop and implement multi-level strategies that leverage family strengths and address areas for improvement.
• Decision-Making:
  Analyze collected information to determine appropriate child placement, considering each family’s unique circumstances.
• Communication:
  Create reports, case notes, testify in court, and communicate with diverse populations in office, community, or legal settings.

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

• A bachelor’s degree in Human Services or a related field; OR
• A bachelor’s degree unrelated to Human Services with either: one year of Human Services related experience; or completion of coursework equivalent to certification consistent with Oregon Caseworker Competency; OR
• An associate degree with 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 Competency.

We are looking for candidates with:

• Awareness of and experience implementing the Child Welfare Vision for Transformation.
• Experience working with the Oregon Safety Model.
• Experience prioritizing work while managing competing priorities and deadlines.
• Knowledge of child welfare policies, procedures, and regulations governing child safety…