Child Protective Services Worker (Social Service Specialist 1)

Initial Posting Date :

11 / 05 / 2025

Application Deadline :

11 / 20 / 2025

Agency :

Department of Human Services

Salary Range : $4,833 - $7,407

Position Type : Employee

Position Title :

Child Protective Services Worker (Social Service Specialist 1)

Job Description :

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 a role where you engage with children, families, resource parents and caregivers to achieve safety and best outcomes for Oregon's children and families. Imagine yourself conducting child safety assessments through an equity and culturally relevant lens. If you're looking to make a difference and this sounds intriguing, this Child Protective Services Worker (Social Service Specialist 1) position may be for you!

Summary of Duties

As a Child Protective Services Worker, you will :

• Communicate with diverse populations using trauma-informed, fair, antiracist practices.
• Respond to referrals interviewing children, parents, and contacts.
• Observe home environments, conduct child safety assessments, and make determinations of abuse or neglect, taking protective action when necessary.
• Develop service plans to meet the needs of children and families.
• Arrange medical evaluations, placements, and connect families with services and resources.
• Create reports, safety plans, assessment evaluations, case notes, testify in court, and communicate with diverse populations.

Minimum Qualifications

One year of Human Services related experience. Or

Two years of Human Services related experience. Or

Essential Attributes

We are looking for candidates with :

Working Conditions

Attention all candidates! Clearly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications and essential attributes in your application materials. Your application materials will determine if you are selected to move forward in the selection process. Please include detailed work and education history.

Background Checks and Requirements

Benefits

Employment Preference

Veterans' preference

General Information

Contact Information

Please contact the recruiter for accommodation requests under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and application or Job-specific questions.

Please include the job requisition number : REQ-190279 .