Child Protective Services Worker , Bilingual English & Spanish

Position: Child Protective Services Worker (SSS1), Bilingual English & Spanish Required

Overview

Child Protective Services Worker (SSS1), Bilingual English & Spanish Required – A role with the Oregon Department of Human Services focused on protecting children and supporting families through trauma‑informed, antiracist practices.

Salary and Pay

Base pay range:
USD 4,833.00 – 7,407.00 per month.
Employee status. The position may include a 5% differential for passing required bilingual testing.

Application Information

Initial posting: 12/31/2025. The announcement will remain open until filled. Screening is conducted every two weeks. Candidates are encouraged to apply promptly.

Responsibilities

• Protect children’s safety and support families by engaging with parents and caregivers using trauma‑informed, antiracist approaches.
• Navigate the needs of the child and family while balancing legal requirements.
• Conduct assessments and fact‑finding interviews related to child safety, risk of abuse, neglect, or harm.
• Analyze information to determine appropriate child placement, considering each family’s unique circumstances.
• Create reports, case notes, testify in court, and communicate with diverse populations in office, community, or legal settings.
• Adhere to ORS 419B.021 educational requirements for child protective investigations and custody determinations.

Qualifications

• A valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish (confirmation via language proficiency testing).
• Associate degree with either:
  • Two years of human services–related experience; or
  • One year of human services experience plus related training, coursework, or certification consistent with Oregon Caseworker Competency.
• Bachelor’s degree in human services or related field; or
• Bachelor’s degree unrelated to human services with:
  • One year of human services experience or
  • Completion of coursework equivalent to certification consistent with Oregon Caseworker Competency.
• Degree must be completed; experience alone does not meet the minimum qualifications.

Essential Attributes

• Experience engaging trauma‑impacted families from diverse backgrounds in person‑centered assessments in both English and Spanish.
• Experience working with community partners and organizations to support diverse families.
• Capacity to contribute to psychological safety, well‑being, and belonging in a team environment.
• Experience managing dynamic workflow in a high‑volume setting.

Working Conditions

• Work conducted in offices, participants’ homes, and community sites.
• Occasional travel for meetings, trainings, and case activities.
• Professional work week with fluctuating hours; occasional compensated overtime including evenings and weekends.
• Rotating on‑call schedule with evenings and weekends.
• Exposure to sensitive trauma, abuse, substance use, and crisis situations; requires a trauma‑informed approach.

Background Checks and Requirements

• Criminal history and background check required for finalists; adverse history may lead to disqualification.
• No visa sponsorship. US Department of Homeland Security I‑9 and E‑Verify required within three days of hire.
• Finalists must be cleared by the FBI CJIS through a fingerprint‑based criminal records check.
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record remain mandatory.

Benefits

• Employee Resource Group communities.
• Cost‑of‑living adjustments.
• Annual salary increases until the top of the listed range.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Possible eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

Employment Preference

• Veterans’ preference information available. Submit documentation to the recruiter (not in the Resume/CV field).

General Information

• This is a permanent, full‑time position represented by SEIU.
• Recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies in the same classification.

Contact Information

Recruiter:
Alissa Walker
Recruiter’s email:
Alissa.walkergon.gov

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Other – Government Administration

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage applicants from historically underrepresented groups.

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