Opportunity awaits! Serve Russian-speaking communities and other communities in the Clackamas, Oregon area. Join us in making a difference in the lives of children and families in need.
Summary of Duties
As a Child Protective Services Worker, you will:
Respond to referrals regarding alleged child abuse or neglect when an assessment is necessary.
Complete comprehensive risk and safety assessments. Determine whether abuse or neglect has occurred and identify child safety threats.
Develop protective actions and ongoing safety plans when children would be unsafe without intervention of the agency. Review and evaluate ongoing progress.
Engage with children and families to provide service in a regular, systematic way.
Advance the agency’s goals of becoming trauma-informed, anti-racist, and accessible to all regardless of identity status.
Minimum Qualifications
To qualify for this position, you must be bilingual in Russian and English.
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.
Benefits
ODHS Employee Resource Group communities that promote shared learning.
Cost of Living Adjustments.
Annual salary increases (until you reach the top of the listed salary range).
Amazing benefits package.
Possible eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
