Lead After Hours Child Protective Services Worker (Social Service Specialist 1)

Initial Posting Date:

06/26/2024

Application Deadline:

07/07/2024

Agency:

Department of Human Services

Salary Range:

4536.00-6952

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Lead After Hours Child Protective Services Worker (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 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.

Imagine a role where you engage with children, families, resource parents and caregivers to achieve safety and optimal outcomes for Oregon's children and families. Imagine yourself conducting child safety assessments through an equity and culturally relevant lens. If you're looking to make a difference and this sounds intriguing, this position may be for you!

We are seeking a Lead After Hours Child Protective Services Worker (Social Service Specialist 1) to join our Child Welfare team in Portland, OR. This position will receive a 5% differential for lead worker duties. In this role, you provide guidance to other staff including training, mentoring, and assigning tasks to staff.

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!

Summary of Job Duties

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 most vulnerable 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.

A Child Protective Services Worker's duties include:

• Supervision and Consultation:

• Oversee and assign work to CPS Caseworkers as needed to respond to child abuse and neglect referrals.

• Conduct and review interviews and pertinent documents.

• Assess home environments for abuse and neglect and take protective actions as needed.

• Consult with caseworkers, on-call Supervisors, and Program Managers.

• Person In Charger (PIC) Coverage:

• Review and assign new CPS reports.

• Co-manage and Facilitate monthly PIC meetings.

• Review safety decisions with CPS workers and consult with Supervisor or Program Manager as needed.

• Provide evening PIC coverage and fill in during supervisor absences. Assist with planning and safety coordination during after-hours shifts.

• Handle high-profile and conflict cases as needed.

• Temporary Lodging (TL):

• Participate in Temporary Lodging Staffing's.

• Facilitate and document information gathered during daily certification and placement meetings.

• Support facilitation of Temporary Lodging scheduling and associated task approval processes.

• Administrative Tasks:

• Complete and enter assessment referral information.

• Facilitate weekly on call orientation and create on call schedule for district.

• Communicate with branch CPS supervisors on personnel issues.

• Complete Protective Action and Ongoing Safety Plan documentation.

• This position may involve data entry responsibilities.

• Document daily notes for permanency, CPS, or temporary lodging cases.

• Participate in writing and updating protocols as needed,

• Training:

• Provide Mandatory Reporter Training to community partners.

• Facilitate weekly on call orientations.

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 experience:

• Experience Successfully organizing, prioritizing caseloads, and adapting to evolving circumstances and time constraints.

• Experience conducting work that requires significant attention to detail, especially when managing multiple competing priorities at once.

• Experience in crisis intervention, conflict resolution, and behavior management.

• Experience providing guidance to staff including training, mentoring, and assigning tasks to staff.

• Experience using trauma informed practices that are inclusive of the child and family's language, race, and culture.

• Experience interviewing children and adults to gather information which may include having difficult conversations including sensitive information.

• Experience presenting complex information to clients, co-workers, law enforcement and in court in a clear and concise manner.

• Written communication skills, including writing in plain language with minimal spelling and grammar issues.

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 'How to Apply' section for any other requirements.

Working conditions

• Your work schedule will be Sunday - Wednesday from 10:30 AM - 9:30 PM, hours of work may fluctuate based on service needs.

• Your work will primarily be conducted in the office and in the community. You will have opportunities to conduct some work remotely, but this will need to be discussed with and approved by the manager.

• Employee may be on a rotating on-call schedule, or support work in the local branch as needed.

• You will be required to prioritize child safety and respond quickly to emergent situations.

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

Application instructions & requirements

Your work history profile 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• A valid driver's license and acceptable driving record are required.

Helpful information

• This position is represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU).

• 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, have questions or need assistance with the application process, please contact Amanda Alvarado via email at amanda.k.alvarado@odhs.oregon.gov or call 541-709-8695. Please be sure to include the job requisition number.