Child Welfare Supervisor 2

State of Oregon•John Day, OR

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About The Position

The Oregon Department of Human Services is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are guided by our Equity North Star and our vision for a positive RiSE organizational culture that advances equity and diversity. We encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQIA2S+ community members, and others to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community. Opportunity awaits! Would you like the opportunity to make a positive impact on Oregon's children and families in need by working with an equitable lens? Do you enjoy collaborating and helping to improve employee development and growth? If so, this Child Welfare Supervisor 2 position in John Day may be for you. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ JOIN US FOR AN INFORMATIONAL SESSION ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 4th at 12:00pm - 12:30 pm to learn more about this position, how to apply, and ask questions. Microsoft Teams Need help? Join the meeting now Meeting ID: 257 189 866 500 0 Passcode: Ae3pF6ZF Dial in by phone +1 971-277-2343,,598671451# United States, Portland Find a local number Phone conference ID: 598 671 451# For organizers: Meeting options | Reset dial-in PIN For technical assistance, ODHS and OHA employees please contact the OIS Service Desk; guests, please click the "Learn more about Teams" link. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ WHERE IS JOHN DAY, OREGON? The city of John Day is located in the high desert of NE Oregon. With its cattle drives down Main Street, the Timber Truckers Light Parade and border collies and horse trailers, the small community of John Day wears its heart and heritage on its sleeve. Want to calculate your commute time? Check out this mileage and driving distance calculator Summary of 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. As a Child Welfare Supervisor 2, you will:

Requirements

A bachelor's degree in human services or a field related to human services AND two years of lead work, supervision, or progressively related human services experience; OR
A bachelor's degree unrelated to human services and completion of coursework equivalent to certification consistent with Oregon Caseworker Competency AND two years of lead work, supervision, or progressively related experience in human services; OR
An associate degree AND three years of human services related experience two years of which must have included lead work, supervision, or progressively related experience; OR
An associate degree and completion of coursework equivalent to certification consistent with Oregon Caseworker Competency AND two years of lead work, supervision, or progressively related experience in human services.
A valid driver's license and acceptable driving record are required for this position.
A COVER LETTER IS REQUIRED. If you do not include the cover letter in your application materials, you will not move on in the recruitment process. Clearly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications and essential attributes list above in your application materials. Your application materials will determine if you are selected to move forward in the selection process. Please include detailed work and education history.

Nice To Haves

Experience in Child Welfare Programs or Child Safety Programs is preferred.
Knowledge in leading and overseeing dynamic and fast-paced service delivery
Experience in quickly changing direction and effectively managing tasks in a rapidly evolving work environment.
Proven track record of fostering partnerships and collaboration within the community.
Experience in applying organizational skills with a comprehensive understanding of systems and processes.
Understanding of policies and procedures, including the Child Welfare Vision for Transformation and the Oregon Safety Model.

Responsibilities

Interpret and apply policies and procedures from the Department of Human Services and the District.
Plan and implement service delivery strategies, ensuring alignment with community needs and departmental resources.
Delegate personnel and resources, oversee client service continuity, and address client grievances.
Ensure compliance with program standards, administrative rules, and legal requirements through case and workload reviews.
Monitor and analyze client needs and service delivery to maintain effective and timely casework practices.
Supervise staff, including hiring, training, performance evaluations, and resolving complaints.
Provide consultation and training to staff, review service agreements, and liaise with community agencies and Central Office staff.