Deputy Child Welfare Program Manager (Child Welfare Manager 1), Job Rotation Opportunity

Initial Posting Date:

06/28/2024

Application Deadline:

07/14/2024

Agency:

Department of Human Services

Salary Range:

$6,257.00 - $9,677.00/ Monthly

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Deputy Child Welfare Program Manager (Child Welfare Manager 1), Job Rotation Opportunity

Job Description:

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are actively working to build an equitable agency with the Equity North Star 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.

This is a job rotation/developmental opportunity open to current State of Oregon employees (this includes regular status, who have completed trial service, and limited duration employees). You must have written (email, memo, etc.) approval from your manager/supervisor to apply. Please attach your manager's/supervisor's written approval to apply to your application.

Job rotation /developmental information:

You do not need to meet the minimum qualifications to be considered for this opportunity.

Would you like the opportunity to make a positive impact on Oregonians and Tribal Families in need of support and resources? Would you enjoy working with a diverse team that collaborates and learns together in service of children, families, and communities? If so, we'd love to hear from you!

We are seeking a Deputy Child Welfare Program Manager (Child Welfare Manager 1) to join our Child Welfare team in Saint Helens.

Imagine an opportunity to support the safe and equitable reduction of American Indian/Alaska Native (AI/AN) children in foster care. Picture yourself providing consultation and treatment, safety, and permanency planning to prevent family breakup and trauma while also ensuring the protection, physical safety, and emotional, cultural, spiritual well-being of children. Does this sound intriguing? If so, we want you to apply for our Deputy Child Welfare Program Manager position.

"Preference will be given to candidates who have documented and demonstratable experience working with Tribal populations and communities."

Tribal Affairs Unit Mission:

"Raising the level of health and wellness of all Oregon tribal communities through elevating tribal voice, sovereignty and culture."

About The Program:

For more information on Child Welfare programs please click here.

For more information on the Tribal Affairs Unit please click here

WAHONE* PURPOSE STATEMENT

To recruit and retain Oregon Department of Human Services (ODHS) Native employees and improve the delivery of human services to Native clients, families and communities through Tribal best practices, cultural connections, relationship building, mentoring, Tribal and community engagement and awareness efforts.

• We Are Here Oregon Native Employees (WAHONE) Employee Resource Group

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

• When you join the ODHS, 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 Equity North Star 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 competitive benefits packages including health, dental, vision and much more!

Your duties at a glance:

As an employee working within the Child Welfare Program, you will have an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of Oregon's priority children and families. Your dedication will help us achieve the Child Welfare Vision for Transformation that will support children and young adults to be safer, healthier, experience less trauma and achieve a greater well-being.

As a Deputy Child Welfare Program Manager, you will:

The Deputy Child Welfare Program Manager is a key member of the district management team and various statewide teams. They work actively to plan, organize, and lead activities to achieve ODHS's mission. As a Deputy Child Welfare Program Manager, you will:

• The Deputy Child Welfare Manager position provides support in ensuring that ODHS adheres to the intent of the federal law and state law regulating services to American Indian and Alaska Native (AI/AN) children and families, the Indian Child Welfare Act of 1978, the Oregon Indian Child Welfare Act, and equity matters related to all AI/AN peoples. The Deputy Child Welfare Manager will case manage Child Welfare cases and American Indian/Alaskan Native children and families who have voluntary or involuntary involvement within DHS Child Welfare.

• Experience working collaboratively with tribal entities, community-based partners and culturally appropriate service providers is essential for this position.

• Oversee additional general Child Welfare (CW) Services like Child Protective Services, foster home certification, family reunification, planning, visitation, and adoptions.

• Develop and lead vision and strategic plans to help local CW offices meet performance goals focused on child safety and permanency, ensuring fair service delivery.

• Lead fiscal management, personnel and program management, community collaboration, service prioritization, handling complaints, and media inquiries.

• Supervise six staff and approximately 40 positions through subordinate supervisors.

• Participate in development short- and longer-term goals for the District and assist managers in the implementation of the goals.

What you need to qualify

(5) Five years of lead work, supervision, or progressively related experience

OR

(2) Two years of related experience and a bachelor's degree in a related field.

You do not need to meet the minimum qualifications to be considered for this opportunity.

A cover letter is required. Attach a cover letter that demonstrates how you meet the essential attributes for the position.

Essential attributes

We are looking for candidates with:

• Experience engaging and working with Tribes, Urban Indian communities, community partners, and organizations; both in state as well as nationally.

• Experience in basic Oregon Safety Model and the Vision for Transformation and its effect on the population that we serve.

• Skill in writing and reviewing documents such as informational reports, field tools, training materials, and case reports.

• Experience in Commitment to staff development, staff equity and retention.

• Experience Excellent community engagement skills with historically underserved population.

• Experience using a trauma-informed lens to evaluate situations.

• Awareness of culturally responsive and Tribal Based Practices to holistically support AI/AN children and families.

• Demonstrated ability to provide training and coach focusing on ICWA, ORICWA, active efforts and culturally responsive practices with ODHS, Tribal Affairs, Tribes, and community partners.

• Demonstrated ability to engage with the ODHS workforce under time-sensitive and challenging circumstances, to gather information and make informed decisions affecting children/families.

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.

Rotation Details:

• This rotation/developmental opportunity is scheduled to last approximately 1 year.

• The successful candidate will remain eligible for cost-of-living increases and regular salary adjustments.

• Upon completion of this assignment, the employee will return to their previous position.

• The assignment can be ended at any time, by the sending manager, receiving manager or employee, without prejudice.

Working conditions

• This is an in-person position and will work Non-traditional work hours and have flexibility to telecommute.

• Some travel between offices and overnight stays is regularly required.

• Time will be spent in Salem participating in statewide meetings and committee work.

• Additional travel within and without the service delivery area is a regular occurrence. Your work will be conducted in the office and in the community.

• Much of the work is performed under pressure of time or adverse circumstances.

Application instructions & requirements

Your work history profile, cover letter, and resume are the perfect opportunity to highlight your interest in the position and demonstrate your skills, lived and/or work experience that shows you are an excellent candidate for the position.

• A cover letter is required. Attach a cover letter that demonstrates how you meet the essential attributes for the position.

• Please upload a resume or complete the work history profile. Note: Your resume and cover letter may be uploaded in the Resume/CV field on the online application.

• Current State of Oregon employees: Apply via your employee Workday account.

• If you are not a current State of Oregon employee, view this application instructional video.

• After you submit your application, you will have additional tasks to complete in Workday. Please continue to check your Workday account throughout the recruitment process.

Additional requirements

• Finalists for this position will be subject to a computerized criminal history and abuse check. Adverse background information will be reviewed and could result in withdrawal of a conditional job offer or termination of employment. Fingerprints may be required.

• Ability to be cleared by the Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS) through fingerprint-based criminal records check.

• The Oregon Department of Human Services does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security's I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States. ODHS will use E-Verify to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.

• Valid driver's license or acceptable alternate method of transportation is required.

Helpful information

• This position is a management service supervisory position and is not represented by a union.

• This recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies.

• Have questions about Workday, and want some tips on understanding the state application process? Check out our Oregon job opportunities page.

• If you need an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), have questions or need assistance with the application process, please contact Sugei Hernandez via email Sugei.Hernandez@odhs.oregon.gov Please be sure to include the job requisition number.