Child Welfare Supervisor 2

State of Oregon•Medford, OR

1d•Onsite

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! We are seeking a dynamic leader with a passion for making a difference in the lives of children and families. Do you enjoy collaborating and helping to improve employee development and growth? Do you thrive in a role where you can mentor and support a team to uphold the values of the Department of Human Services while ensuring compliance with laws and policies? If so, we encourage you to apply! We are seeking a Child Welfare Supervisor 2 to join our Medford Child Welfare team. Summary of Duties You will serve in a leadership role working within the Child Welfare Program, and 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: This position supervises Child Welfare social service staff to ensure that the mission of the Department of Human Services is carried out by providing services directly to children and families in accordance with state and federal laws and good Child Welfare practice and coordinating client services with other state agencies or providers. This includes responsibility for maintaining the cooperative working relationships with community partners and the continuous review of programs and standards which affect the quality, safety, and permanency of children's lives. Makes decisions about the level and type of services provided to client families. The supervisor is responsible for personnel management, including interviewing, selection of new staff, staff promotions, reassignment, completing performance appraisals, responding to grievances, rewarding excellent performance, and taking disciplinary actions when required.

Requirements

A valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record are required for this position.
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.
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.
An associate degree and three years of human services related experience. two years (of the 3 years’ experience) must have included lead work, supervision, or progressively related experience.
An associate degree and completion of coursework equivalent to certification consistent with Oregon Caseworker Competency and two years lead work, supervision, or progressively related experience in human services.

Nice To Haves

Leadership, Empathy & Team Development Experience coaching and mentoring staff to develop professional competence and confidence while holding individuals accountable to performance and ethical standards.
Experience leading a team with empathy, emotional intelligence, and respect to cultivate a psychologically safe team culture where staff feel supported and valued.
Analytical Thinking & Decision Experience utilizing data and case information to guide evidence-based decision-making and continuous improvement in outcomes.
Change Management and Adaptability Experience guiding staff through organizational or programmatic change with clear communication, consistency, and empathy.
Policy Interpretation, Compliance & Guidance Uses sound judgment to address ambiguities or conflicts in policy, maintaining alignment with ODHS’s mission and equity principles.
Translates complex legal and policy language into clear, actionable guidance for staff and community partners.
Communication Experience writing professional reports with accuracy of information, free of errors, and communicates clearly.

Responsibilities

Supervises Child Welfare social service staff to ensure that the mission of the Department of Human Services is carried out by providing services directly to children and families in accordance with state and federal laws and good Child Welfare practice and coordinating client services with other state agencies or providers.
Maintains cooperative working relationships with community partners.
Continuously reviews programs and standards which affect the quality, safety, and permanency of children's lives.
Makes decisions about the level and type of services provided to client families.
Responsible for personnel management, including interviewing, selection of new staff, staff promotions, reassignment, completing performance appraisals, responding to grievances, rewarding excellent performance, and taking disciplinary actions when required.