Child Protective Services Worker, Social Service Specialist 1

Oregon Department of Human Services

Child Protective Services Worker at Oregon Department of Human Services assessing child abuse allegations. Making meaningful differences in the lives of vulnerable children and families.

Posted 7/30/2026full-timeHermiston • Oregon • 🇺🇸 United StatesJunior💰 $4,954 - $7,592 per monthWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in assessing child safety, gathering and analyzing information, and developing case plans while effectively communicating with clients and community organizations. Proficient in documentation and record-keeping, ensuring compliance with human services standards.

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Child Safety AssessmentHuman Services ExperienceVerbal And Written Communication SkillsDocumentation And Record-KeepingClient Engagement And Partnership Building

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Hard Skills

Case Plan DevelopmentInformation GatheringSafety AnalysisClient Needs AssessmentRecord Maintenance

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsTime ManagementInterpersonal Skills

Tools & Technologies

Database Management

Certifications & Qualifications

Oregon Caseworker Competency Certification

Industry Keywords

Child AbuseNeglectHuman ServicesCommunity ResourcesCulturally Responsive Services

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Respond to referrals and determine whether child abuse or neglect has occurred.
Gather information through interviews with parents and children.
Observe and analyze the safety of home environments.
Gather collateral information from school personnel, doctors, therapists, and law enforcement officers.
Fulfill documentation requirements and enter info into databases.
Arrange medical evaluations and substitute care placement for children.
Present and testify in court.

Requirements

What you’ll need

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.
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.
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.
Demonstrated proficient verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to write in plain language and communicate clearly.
Experience preparing and maintaining thorough records, such as reports, narratives, and observations.
Experience screening and assessing client’s needs to determine appropriate community and culturally responsive resources, as well as partnering agency programs or services.
Experience engaging and building partnerships with clients (parents & children), community organizations, agency staff, and affected communities.
Experience organizing tasks, prioritizing responsibilities, and managing time to meet deadlines.
Experience demonstrating computer proficiency.
Prior experience assessing safety of children, assessing protective capacities of parents/care givers, and developing case plans.

Benefits

Comp & perks

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.