Child Protective Services; CPS); Social Service Specialist Bilingual English​/Spanish

Initial Posting Date: 09/15/2026

Final date to receive applications: 09/29/2026

Agency: Department of Human Services

Salary Range: $4,954 - $7,592

Position Type: Employee

Position Title: Child Protective Services (CPS) (Social Service Specialist
1) Bilingual English/Spanish Required

Bilingual requirement English/ Spanish

To qualify for this position, you must be bilingual in English & Spanish. The job offer is contingent upon passing speaking and writing tests evaluating your proficiency. Upon passing, you will receive a 5% bilingual differential pay.

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.

As a Child Protective Services Worker, you will:

• Safety & Wellbeing
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  You play a crucial part in helping families achieve their goals while ensuring the safety and well‑being of children.

• Engagement
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  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
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  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
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  You develop and implement multi‑level strategies that leverage family strengths and address areas for improvement.

• Decision‑Making
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  Analyzing collected information, you will determine child safety, considering each family’s unique circumstances.

• Communication
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  You will create reports, case notes, testify in court, and communicate with diverse populations in office, community, or legal settings.

To qualify for this position, you must be bilingual in Spanish and English.

A valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record are required for this position.

Per pursuant to ORS 419B.021, states that 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 services; OR

A bachelor’s degree unrelated to Human Services AND either

An associate degree and either

We are looking for candidates with:

• Experience explaining complex rules and guidelines in simple clear language.

• Experience asking questions to collect key details, assessing needs, and providing appropriate support.

• Experience working with people from different backgrounds, partnering with community groups and organizations to provide resources or services.

• Experience with quickly assesses urgency, prioritizes accurately, and ensures immediate needs are addressed while maintaining overall workflow.

Preference will be given to candidates that are bilingual in Spanish and English.

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