Permanency Caseworker (Social Service Specialist 1) | Bilingual English/Spanish
State of Oregon, Hillsboro, OR, United States
At the Oregon Department of Human Services, we are looking for individuals who believe in the power of empathy, resilience, and human connection. As a Permanency Worker, you will be at the heart of our mission— where you will connect with families, navigate their unique stories, and help create lasting change for Oregon's children and communities.
Permanency caseworkers specialize in working with children, families, resource parents to ensure children are safe in their homes. This includes assuring a child's physical, psychological and social well-being with the goal of reuniting families or finding alternate, permanent plans when necessary. We are seeking a **Permanency Caseworker (Social Service Specialist 1) | Bilingual English/Spanish required** to join our dedicated **Child Welfare (CW) team in Hillsboro.**
This position is bilingual and requires duties to be carried out in both English and Spanish.
The job offer will be contingent upon passing test(s) evaluating your proficiency in the bilingual requirements of the position.
**Summary of Duties**
that will support children and young adults to be safer, healthier, experience less trauma and achieve a greater well-being.
As a **Permanency Caseworker,** you will, among other things:
Help the child adapt, evaluate progress in development and treatment requirements, discuss upcoming changes, and prepare the child for transitions.
**Minimum Qualifications** Per pursuant to
states that any position engaged in child protective investigations and/or custody determinations must meet the educational requirements. Experience alone will not meet the minimum qualifications for those positions. **Degree must be completed, not in progress.** One year of Human Services related experience; **OR**
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. **Bilingual in English and Spanish (the job offer will be contingent upon passing test(s) evaluating your proficiency in the bilingual requirements of the position).** We are looking for candidates with:
Experience with navigating complex emotional situations using empathy, patience, and trauma-informed approaches.
Experience with organizing priorities, managing time effectively, and maintaining detailed records to support consistent follow-through. Experience with communicating clearly and respectfully across diverse cultural and social backgrounds.
Experience with interpreting guidelines and applying them thoughtfully to meet individual needs and circumstances.
Experience with advocating for safety, permanency, and well-being in ways that honor each person’s unique story and strengths.
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. **Please make sure your application materials, including your resume and job history are clearly outlined as this information will be used to determine your starting salary range.** If you are selected as the final candidate and a degree is listed as a minimum qualification for the position, please be prepared to provide verification of your completed education before moving forward in the hiring process. Note: Your resume and cover letter may be uploaded in the Resume/CV field on the online application. Physical Requirements: Frequent physical activity, including lifting up to 50 pounds and assisting children with car seats. This role involves handling sensitive topics related to trauma, abuse, and crises, requiring a trauma-informed approach that is essential to ensure a safe environment.
**Background Checks and Requirements**
**Benefits**
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Permanency caseworkers specialize in working with children, families, resource parents to ensure children are safe in their homes. This includes assuring a child's physical, psychological and social well-being with the goal of reuniting families or finding alternate, permanent plans when necessary. We are seeking a **Permanency Caseworker (Social Service Specialist 1) | Bilingual English/Spanish required** to join our dedicated **Child Welfare (CW) team in Hillsboro.**
This position is bilingual and requires duties to be carried out in both English and Spanish.
The job offer will be contingent upon passing test(s) evaluating your proficiency in the bilingual requirements of the position.
**Summary of Duties**
that will support children and young adults to be safer, healthier, experience less trauma and achieve a greater well-being.
As a **Permanency Caseworker,** you will, among other things:
Help the child adapt, evaluate progress in development and treatment requirements, discuss upcoming changes, and prepare the child for transitions.
**Minimum Qualifications** Per pursuant to
states that any position engaged in child protective investigations and/or custody determinations must meet the educational requirements. Experience alone will not meet the minimum qualifications for those positions. **Degree must be completed, not in progress.** One year of Human Services related experience; **OR**
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. **Bilingual in English and Spanish (the job offer will be contingent upon passing test(s) evaluating your proficiency in the bilingual requirements of the position).** We are looking for candidates with:
Experience with navigating complex emotional situations using empathy, patience, and trauma-informed approaches.
Experience with organizing priorities, managing time effectively, and maintaining detailed records to support consistent follow-through. Experience with communicating clearly and respectfully across diverse cultural and social backgrounds.
Experience with interpreting guidelines and applying them thoughtfully to meet individual needs and circumstances.
Experience with advocating for safety, permanency, and well-being in ways that honor each person’s unique story and strengths.
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. **Please make sure your application materials, including your resume and job history are clearly outlined as this information will be used to determine your starting salary range.** If you are selected as the final candidate and a degree is listed as a minimum qualification for the position, please be prepared to provide verification of your completed education before moving forward in the hiring process. Note: Your resume and cover letter may be uploaded in the Resume/CV field on the online application. Physical Requirements: Frequent physical activity, including lifting up to 50 pounds and assisting children with car seats. This role involves handling sensitive topics related to trauma, abuse, and crises, requiring a trauma-informed approach that is essential to ensure a safe environment.
**Background Checks and Requirements**
**Benefits**
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