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Child Protective Services Worker, Social Service Specialist 1
Oregon Department of Human Services. Respond to child abuse and neglect referrals and determine whether abuse or neglect occurred .
Posted 11/3/2026full-timeHermiston • Oregon • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $4,954 - $7,592 per monthWebsite
Core Competencies
Role fitCore Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in child protective services, including assessing child safety, engaging with clients and community organizations, and preparing thorough documentation. Proficient in communication and time management, with a strong ability to navigate complex situations and collaborate effectively.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Bachelor's Degree In Human ServicesChild Safety AssessmentVerbal And Written Communication SkillsExperience In Human ServicesComputer Proficiency
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Hard Skills
Child Abuse And Neglect AssessmentDocumentation And Record KeepingCase Plan DevelopmentClient Needs ScreeningInformation GatheringCollaboration With Community OrganizationsTask Organization And PrioritizationCourt TestimonyMedical Evaluation ArrangementOn-Call Rotation Participation
Soft Skills
Interpersonal SkillsTime ManagementPartnership BuildingAnalytical SkillsCommunication Skills
Industry Keywords
Child Protective ServicesOregon Caseworker CompetencyHuman Services FieldCriminal History CheckFBI CJIS Fingerprint-Based Records CheckCommunity EngagementClient AdvocacySafety AnalysisTravel RequirementsDocumentation Requirements
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Respond to child abuse and neglect referrals and determine whether abuse or neglect occurred
- Interview parents and children to gather information
- 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 information into databases
- Arrange medical evaluations and substitute care placement for children
- Present and testify in court
- Work in offices, participant homes, and community sites
- Support both Hermiston and Pendleton offices in floater roles
- Travel throughout the district as part of assigned duties
- Participate in mandatory child protective services on-call rotation
Requirements
What you’ll need- Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Services or a related human service field
- OR bachelor’s degree unrelated to Human Services plus one year of Human Services related experience, or coursework equivalent to certification consistent with Oregon Caseworker Competency
- OR associate degree plus 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
- Experience preparing and maintaining thorough records, reports, narratives, and observations
- Experience screening and assessing client needs and determining appropriate resources and services
- Experience engaging and building partnerships with clients, community organizations, agency staff, and affected communities
- Experience organizing tasks, prioritizing responsibilities, and managing time to meet deadlines
- Computer proficiency
- Prior experience assessing child safety and parental protective capacities and developing case plans
- Authorization to work in the United States; visa sponsorship is not offered
- Successful criminal history, background, and FBI CJIS fingerprint-based records checks
- Ability to work Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m. Pacific Time, with fluctuating hours based on service needs
- Ability to participate in mandatory child protective services on-call rotation
- Frequent travel, including potentially long-distance travel and travel in hazardous weather conditions
Benefits
Comp & perks- Cost of Living Adjustments
- Annual salary increases until reaching the top of the listed salary range
- Amazing benefits package
- Possible eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
- 6.95% salary increase for participating or eligible PERS members
- Veterans’ and Oregon National Guard preference for eligible candidates
- Compensated overtime may be available for evening and weekend work