Child Protective Services Worker (social Service Specialist 1)

Department of Human Services

Grants Pass, USA
Base: 4,954.00-7,592.00; bonus/equity: not specifi...
Onsite
Investigate child safety concerns
Conduct child safety assessments
Engage with children and families
Investigate reports of safety concerns for Oregon's children and families, conducting child safety assessments and determining appropriate services to ensure child safety

Job Summary

  • Investigate reports of safety concerns for Oregon's children and families, conducting child safety assessments and determining appropriate services to ensure child safety.
  • Engage with children, families, resource parents and caregivers through a trauma-informed and antiracist lens to achieve safety and optimal outcomes.
  • The position offers an amazing benefits package, annual salary increases, and possible eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

Matching Summary

Investigate reports of safety concerns for Oregon's children and families, conducting child safety assessments and determining appropriate services to ensure child safety.

Salary

Base: 4954.00-7592.00; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Amazing benefits package

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Investigate child safety concerns
  • Conduct child safety assessments
  • Engage with children and families
  • Gather collateral information
  • Fulfill documentation requirements
  • Present and testify in court

Nice-to-have

  • Trauma-informed and antiracist lens
  • Equity and diversity focus
  • Problem-solving and creative thinking
  • Working collaboratively in teams
  • Managing demanding workload
  • Handling emotionally escalated situations

Key Requirements

  • Valid driver's license
  • Bachelor's degree in human services or related field
  • Human Services related experience
  • Associate degree and experience
  • Oregon Caseworker Competency coursework

Work Rights

Authorization to work in the United States

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