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Child Protective Services Caseworker (REQ-98598)

Would you like the opportunity to make a positive impact on Oregonians in need of support and resources?  Would you enjoy working with a tight-knit team that collaborates and learns together in service of children, families, and communities? If so, we’d love to hear from you!

The Office of Child Welfare is seeking a child protective services caseworker to join our team in Hermiston. We are a tight-knit team within a small branch, and we work hard to support each other. We are seeking a candidate with strong critical thinking skills who is organized, open-minded, and inquisitive.

In this role, you will assess alleged child abuse or neglect through fact-finding interviews to determine if a child has been or is at risk of being harmed. You will determine appropriate child placement if necessary and take action to reduce risk to the child by providing emergency and crisis intervention.

What you need to qualify:
A bachelor’s degree in human services or a field related to human services.

OR
A bachelor’s degree unrelated to human services, and either:
1) One year of human services-related experience, OR
2) Completion of coursework equivalent to certification consistent with Oregon caseworker competency.

OR
An associate degree and either:
1) Two years of human services-related experience, OR
2) One year of human services-related experience and related training, coursework or certification consistent with Oregon caseworker competency.

A valid driver license and acceptable driving record are necessary for this position.