JOBS Program Specialist

NeighborImpact • Bend, OR

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About The Position

The JOBS (Job Opportunity and Basic Skills) Program Specialist partners with ODHS to support Central Oregon families as they overcome barriers and move toward self-sufficiency. The role supports participants referred by an ODHS Family Coach into one of three service categories: Child Activities, Life Skills, or Stabilized Living. The Specialist completes intake, delivers or coordinates services within the participant’s referred category, and maintains accurate, timely documentation. The position works under the direction of the Supportive Services Client Services Manager, with concurrent guidance from ODHS.

NeighborImpact’s Supportive Services Department works to strengthen the well-being and stability of children, families, and individuals throughout Central Oregon by connecting them with essential resources and support. Services address basic needs and include diaper assistance, foster family supports, family stabilization resources, and health-related social needs programs. Through a prevention-focused approach, the department partners with families and community organizations to reduce barriers, promote long-term stability, and help vulnerable children and families access resources.

The position is based in Bend and is full-time at 40 hours per week. Compensation is $28.03 per hour, with an additional $0.50 per hour for bilingual Spanish. The role requires regular travel throughout the tri-county area, including in inclement weather, using a personal vehicle.

Requirements

• An associate degree in Social Services, Human Services, or a related field, or a high school diploma/GED and three years of direct experience in case management or related services.
• Two years of experience through employment, internships, or long-term volunteering in social services, human services, or customer service.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel.
• Passion for helping others and desire to work in an organization serving people experiencing poverty and instability.
• Ability to travel regularly throughout the tri-county area, including in inclement weather, using a personal vehicle.
• Valid driver’s license, proof of current auto insurance, and access to reliable transportation prior to hire and throughout employment.
• Satisfactory criminal background check and motor vehicle records check.
• Complete mandatory reporter training within 90 days of hire and annually thereafter.
• Complete TRACS and JOI system access/user profile setup within 90 days of hire.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in social work, human services, or a related field.
• Professional experience in the field or a related field.
• English/Spanish bilingual ability.

Responsibilities

• Support participants referred by an ODHS Family Coach in the Child Activities, Life Skills, or Stabilized Living service category.
• Complete participant intake.
• Deliver or coordinate services within the participant’s referred category.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation.
• Travel regularly throughout the tri-county area using a personal vehicle.

Benefits

• 100% employer-paid premium medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Agency-paid retirement plan with contributions up to 6%.
• Almost two weeks of paid vacation accrued within the first year.
• 14 paid holidays annually.
• Separate sick leave accrual.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree