Generalist Caseworker (Social Service Specialist 1)

Job Description :

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are actively working to build an equitable agency with the as our guide toward our vision of an agency free of racism, discrimination and bias.

We believe that teams in which everyone can show up as their full authentic self are key to creating a thriving workforce that can better serve communities.

We welcome members of historically underrepresented racial / ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQIA2S+ community members, and others to apply.

Do you want the opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of children in need of support? Do you want to be part of a team that is dedicated to serving children, families and communities?

If so, this Generalist Caseworker position may be for you!

This job posting is open until further notice. We will be screening applications every two weeks for the positions located in Bend and Redmond! Please apply now as we could close this job posting at any time.

This is an ongoing selection process, and we will be scheduling interviews throughout the process.

Oregon Department of Human Services (ODHS), A place to belong and make a difference!

When you join the , you join a community of over 10,000 employees dedicated to serving and helping Oregonians achieve wellbeing and independence through opportunities that protect, empower, respect choice, and preserve dignity.

Connect with ODHS Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and find a place to belong, build community and participate in shared learning.

ERGs are employee-driven committees that support each other as well as the ODHS’ overall mission and vision.

We are committed to building an antiracist and equitable agency . Equity is foundational to our role as a human services agency and we are committed to integrating equity into all we do.

The has four points that explain the agency's goals related to equity, inclusion, and racial justice.

We know that life is unpredictable and ODHS cares about keeping you well. Enjoy a work-life balance, 11 paid holidays a year, flexible work schedules, and including health, dental, vision and much more!

Your duties at a glance

As an employee working within the , 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 that will support children and young adults to be safer, healthier, experience less trauma and achieve a greater well-being.

As a Generalist Caseworker, you will :

Perform the work of a Child Protective Services (CPS) Worker, Permanency Worker, and a Resource Home Certifier.

Conduct child safety assessments of alleged child abuse or neglect to determine if a child has been or is at risk of being harmed.

Engage with children, families, resource parents, and caregivers in a multitude of ways to achieve safety, permanency and well-being of Oregon’s children.

Identify and seek relative caregivers, foster parents, and adoptive parents.

Interested in learning more? Here are some from current ODHS Permanency Workers.

What you need to qualify

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.

Essential attributes

We are looking for candidates with :

Demonstrated ability to work well both independently and with a team.

Experience utilizing time management, organization, and prioritization skills to meet deadlines.

Demonstrated ability to write clearly, thoroughly, and concisely with minimal spelling or grammar issues.

Experience working well with people from a wide variety of backgrounds through a culturally competent lens.

Experience using Microsoft Word and Excel.

Please be sure to clearly describe how you meet these attributes within your application materials. These attributes will be used to determine which candidates will be selected to move forward in the process.

Working conditions

Your work will be conducted in offices, participant's homes, and other community sites.

Frequent travel around the county is required. Some travel may be hours away.

Hours of work may fluctuate based on service needs. Occasional compensated overtime may be required, including evening and weekend work.

You may interact with a wide range of people including some who have experienced trauma and may exhibit challenges in controlling their emotions.

Walking into stressful situations that may require quick decision-making skills to ensure safety of those being serviced and own physical safety.

This may also be trauma inducing.