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State of Oregon · 13 hours ago

Permanency Worker. Social Service Specialist 1

Salem, OR

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$5,169/mo - $7,923/mo

1+ years exp

The Oregon Department of Human Services is seeking compassionate individuals to join their team as Permanency Workers, focusing on safeguarding children and strengthening families. The role involves supporting families, managing cases, and ensuring child safety while adhering to legal requirements.

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No H1B

Responsibilities

Support Families: Play a critical role in helping families achieve their goals while ensuring child safety

Case Management: Work with diverse families, may include American Indian/Alaskan Native communities, collaborating with tribal entities and community partners

Engage Effectively: Interact with children, families, resource parents, and caregivers using a trauma-informed and antiracist approach to achieve safety and optimal outcomes

Develop Strategies: Create and implement strategies that leverage family strengths and address areas needing improvement

Handle Documentation and Legal Duties: Conduct home visits, complete legal documentation, attend court hearings, and address child safety issues

Balance Needs and Legal Requirements: Ensure a balance between the needs of the child and family while adhering to legal requirements

Build Rapport: Establish meaningful relationships with families to understand their dynamics and support their unique needs

Qualification

Human Services degreeCase management experienceTrauma-informed practicesCollaborative relationshipsProfessional communicationDocument management softwareCultural sensitivityBuilding rapport

Required

A bachelor's degree in human services or a field related to human service, OR

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; OR

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 Competency

Demonstrates a high level of comfort in collaborating with others to make decisions, ensuring that diverse perspectives are considered, and the best possible outcomes are achieved for children and families

Experience in building collaborative relationships with community partners, agency staff, clients, and affected communities

Experience conducting professional communications, both verbally and in writing, including case plans, court reports, assessments, and other related documents

Experience working with diverse populations and implementing trauma-informed practices that address individual needs, prioritize safety, build trust, and ensure cultural sensitivity

Experience with case management systems, document management software, and electronic communication tools

Experience providing services and resources to children and families within social services settings

A cover letter is required

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