Child Protective Services (cps). Social Service Specialist 1

Oregon Department of Human Services

Albany, Oregon, USA
$5,298 - $8,121; not specified; not specified pm
Onsite
Child safety and well-being
Family engagement and support
Assessment and fact-finding interviews
You play a crucial part in helping families achieve their goals while ensuring the safety and well-being of children

Job Summary

  • You play a crucial part in helping families achieve their goals while ensuring the safety and well-being of children.
  • Conduct assessment and fact-finding interviews related to child safety, risk of abuse, neglect, or harm.
  • Amazing benefits package and possible eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

Matching Summary

You play a crucial part in helping families achieve their goals while ensuring the safety and well-being of children.

Salary

$5,298 - $8,121; Not specified; Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • child safety and well-being
  • family engagement and support
  • assessment and fact-finding interviews
  • develop and implement strategies
  • determine child placement decisions
  • court testimony and reporting

Nice-to-have

  • compassionate and dedicated individuals
  • trauma-informed approach
  • making a lasting impact
  • advancing equity and diversity

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in human services or related field
  • Bachelor's degree unrelated to Human Services with 1 year experience
  • Associate degree with 2 years experience
  • Experience protecting children from abuse/neglect
  • Experience responding to referrals for child abuse/neglect
  • Experience making abuse/neglect determinations
  • Experience attending CPS Court Hearings
  • Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record

Work Rights

Authorization to work in the United States

Tailored Resume

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