Permanency Caseworker (Social Service Specialist 1)

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! Imagine having an opportunity to build rapport with families, understand their uniqueness, and learn about how each family functions. As a Permanency Worker, you will have an opportunity to make a positive impact on Oregonians in need of support and resources. If you are looking to make a difference, this Permanency Worker position may be for you! 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 Permanency Worker, you will: Play a crucial part in helping families achieve their goals while ensuring the safety and well-being of children. Engage and build rapport with children, families, resource parents, and caregivers to foster safety, permanency, and positive outcomes for Oregon's families. Design and implement strategies that capitalize on family strengths and address areas needing improvement. Conduct home visits, perform risk and safety assessments, attend court hearings, and collaborate with families to create and execute comprehensive case plans. Navigate legal requirements to balance the needs of children and families effectively. Deliver culturally appropriate services that honor diversity in culture, language, national origin, socioeconomic status, race, age, disability, developmental stage, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, and other aspects of diversity. Carrying cases for adults in custody through the local prison. Carrying courtesy cases either adult or children.

Requirements

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.

Nice To Haves

Experience providing services and resources to children and families while working or volunteering in a social services-related field.
Experience conducting work that requires attention to detail, time management, and organization.
Experience working with diverse populations, demonstrating a commitment to inclusivity.
Experience navigating and learning technology and various computer systems.
Knowledge of disproportionality in communities and experience committing to conducting work in an equitable, anti-racist, accessible, and trauma-informed manner.
Experience formulating documents or reports that include a conclusion and recommended action (examples: case plans, court reports, investigative reports), and demonstrated experience writing clearly and concisely with minimal spelling or grammar issues.

Responsibilities

Play a crucial part in helping families achieve their goals while ensuring the safety and well-being of children.
Engage and build rapport with children, families, resource parents, and caregivers to foster safety, permanency, and positive outcomes for Oregon's families.
Design and implement strategies that capitalize on family strengths and address areas needing improvement.
Conduct home visits, perform risk and safety assessments, attend court hearings, and collaborate with families to create and execute comprehensive case plans.
Navigate legal requirements to balance the needs of children and families effectively.
Deliver culturally appropriate services that honor diversity in culture, language, national origin, socioeconomic status, race, age, disability, developmental stage, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, and other aspects of diversity.
Carrying cases for adults in custody through the local prison.
Carrying courtesy cases either adult or children.