Child Protective Services Worker

Opportunity awaits! Engage with children, families, resource parents and caregivers to achieve safety and optimal outcomes for Oregon’s children and families. Join us in making a difference and be a part of something greater.

Summary of Duties

As a Child Protective Services Worker, you will:

Respond to assigned referrals regarding alleged child abuse or neglect when a field assessment is necessary.

Determine whether abuse or neglect has occurred.

Identify child safety threats.

Develop protective actions and ongoing safety plans when children would be unsafe without intervention of the agency.

Minimum Qualifications

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.