Permanency Worker (Social Service Specialist 1)

State of Oregon•North Bend, OR

5d•$4,954 - $7,592•Onsite

About The Position

The Oregon Department of Human Services is seeking to fill a Permanency Worker position in their North Bend Child Welfare office. This role focuses on creating lasting change in the lives of children and families by ensuring child safety, well-being, and permanency. The position is located on the southern Oregon Coast. The department emphasizes equity, diversity, and inclusion in its hiring practices.

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 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.
Degree must be completed, not in progress.
Experience working both independently and with a team.
Experience utilizing time management, organization, and prioritization skills to meet deadlines.
Demonstrated experience writing clearly, thoroughly, and concisely with minimal spelling or grammar issues.
Experience working well with people from a wide variety of backgrounds through a culturally competent lens.
Experience using Microsoft Word and Excel.
Experience in a helping profession that has at least some social work focus or lens; examples include teaching, law enforcement, medical care, domestic violence advocacy, CASA volunteer, etc.
Finalists must be cleared by the FBI Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) through a fingerprint-based criminal records check.
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.

Responsibilities

Monitor and assess safety, well-being, and development of children in substitute care, and support transitions such as returning home or adoption.
Facilitate and observe parent–child visits, provide coaching, and arrange transportation.
Collaborate with caregivers, parents, extended family, schools, and community partners to develop and implement individualized case plans that support child stability, safety, and permanency.
Coordinate and monitor services such as visitation, medical care, mental health treatment, education, and placement to support family progress and meet each child’s unique needs.
Develop trusting, professional relationships with families and resource parents by providing guidance, assessing progress, and maintaining clear communication, ensuring shared understanding of treatment needs and case plans to promote safety and stability for children.
Prepare and maintain thorough case documentation in alignment with policy and law, and participate in court, Citizen Review Board reviews, safety meetings, and other case‑planning activities by providing clear communication, testimony, and recommendations.