LDA Bilingual Spanish Case Manager

Pay Range: $32.88 - $40.45 Hourly

Department:
Department of County Human Services (DCHS)

Job Type: Limited Duration

Exemption Status:
United States of America (Non-Exempt)

Closing Date:
August 31, 2026

Do you like serving communities that come from diverse cultural and ethnic backgrounds? We want you to be part of the highly successful Bienestar De La Familia Team! The Bienestar de la Familia (The Wellbeing of the Family) offers culturally responsive and linguistically appropriate services focusing on Multnomah County's growing Latino/a/x Community, as well as serving other diverse groups and the community at large.

We are seeking to fill two (2) full-time, limited-duration Case Manager 2 positions. This is a limited duration appointment, funded for up to 2 years, but it may end at any time. This position is scheduled as hybrid telework 40 hours/week, Monday – Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM with 1 hour lunch. The onsite work location for this position is located at the Baltazar Ortiz Community Center, 6736 NE Killingsworth St.

Portland, OR . Hybrid Telework or work schedules may be subject to change in accordance with County Personnel rules or applicable collective bargaining agreement. All employees must reside in Oregon or Washington; the county cannot support ongoing telework from other locations. The eligible list created from this recruitment may be used to fill future regular, limited duration, temporary, on-call, full or part‑time assignments within the department.

The primary purpose of Bienestar Case Manager 2 Bilingual Spanish is to provide advocacy and resources to low income individuals, families, children accessing rental and housing assistance, economic stability supports, food access, SNAP, WIC, energy assistance, employment services, emotional or counseling support, access to healthcare, clothing, housing furniture, etc. This work is done by a qualified staff who conducts Person Centered and Trauma Informed Intakes-Assessment, to assess the needs, determine eligibility and connect with appropriate resources.

The person in this position will exhibit cultural competence when speaking and interacting with native speakers in the Spanish language.

• Intake-Assessment, Eligibility Determination, Action Plan.
• Payment Process and Record keeping.
• Skill Development and Professionalism.

• Ability to promote a culture of respect, inclusiveness, and appreciation of diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and values.
• Knowledge of cultures, customs and social experiences of communities experiencing marginalization and barriers to opportunity.
• Knowledge of trauma‑informed practices that actively do not re-traumatize individuals and communities.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of advanced, complex case management.
• Ability to collaborate and build relationships to achieve positive work outcomes.
• Ability to work effectively independently and as part of a team.
• Comfort with change.

Ability to promote a culture of respect, inclusiveness, and appreciation of diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and values. Equivalent to the associate’s degree AND One (1) to four (4) years of experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties the position. (Equivalency 3-6 years of qualifying training and/or experience).

Must have a valid driver license by time of hire. Must pass a criminal background check. We acknowledge that experience and transferable skills can be obtained through traditional and nontraditional means, we encourage and support all candidates who believe they have the experience needed to apply.

Your transferable skills are any skills you have gained through education, work experience (including the military) or life experience that are relevant for this position. Be sure to describe any transferable skills on your application and clearly explain how they apply to this position.

• Initial review of minimum qualifications.
• An evaluation of application materials to identify the most qualified candidates.
• Consideration of…