Family Time Coordinator (Social Service Assistant)

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.

Imagine an opportunity to help families by ensuring they can spend quality family time together. Imagine a position where every day is unique and your ability to adapt and be flexible is valued.

If you're looking for interesting workdays and a chance to make a difference, this Family Time Coordinator position may be for you!

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 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.

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!

What will you be doing?

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 Family Time Coordinator , you will :

Gather and Document Information : Collect and record information from the caseworker, children, parents, relatives, case providers, schools, and other relevant resources to plan family time visits.

Review Family Time Agreements : Meet with parents and caregivers to review family time agreements and guidelines, suggesting community resources as needed.

Supervise Family Time : Supervise family time in an office or community setting, documenting relevant information. This ensures the safety and well-being of the children during these interactions.

Transport Children : Assist with transporting children to family time visits and other necessary appointments.

Collaborate with Caseworkers : Work closely with caseworkers to assess the details of family time supervision. Recommend services needed for case planning and relay important information about the children and their families or caregivers.

What you need to qualify

One year of experience assisting professionals in one or more specialized social programs such as family services, children services, senior services, mental or developmental disability services, substance abuse programs, juvenile corrections programs, or occupational skills programs, or

Possession of a current certification in child development, early childhood education, addiction counseling preparation or juvenile corrections, or

45 quarter hours, or 30 semester hours of college course work in sociology, psychology, early childhood education, criminal justice, human services, juvenile corrections, or occupational skills training , or

An associate degree in a field not closely related to social work / human services and six months of human services-related experience (e.

g., work providing assistance to individuals and groups with issues such as economically disadvantaged, employment, abuse and neglect, substance abuse, aging, mental or physical disabilities, juvenile prevention, health, cultural competencies, and / or inadequate housing).

Essential attributes

We are looking for candidates with experience :

Community Engagement : Experience building collaborative relationships with community partners, agency staff, clients, and impacted communities.

Written Communication : Writes clearly, compassionately, and respectfully, capturing precise verbal exchanges and observations using plain language.

Trauma-Informed Practices : Experience adopting trauma-informed practices that consider individual needs, safety, trust-building, and cultural sensitivity, and understanding of how it impacts the work.

Cultural Competence : Experience collaborating with diverse groups while working to understand and respect their values, beliefs, behaviors, and communication styles.

Please be sure to clearly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications and the essential attributes within your application materials.

These two areas will be used to determine which candidates will be selected to move forward in the process. Make sure to read the