Child Protective Services Woker (Social Service Specialist 1)
Core
Conduct child safety assessments, respond to referrals, and develop service plans to ensure safety and optimal outcomes for Oregon's children and families.
Role type
Entry-level Child Protective Services Worker (Social Service Specialist 1)
Builds
Safety plans, case reports, and service connections for vulnerable children and families
Domain
Public sector social services / Child welfare
Deliverable
client delivery
Required skills
Child safety assessment, case plan development, report writing, court testimony, de-escalation, trauma-informed communication, data entry, database management
Preferred skills
None stated
Technologies
Microsoft 365 (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel), organizational databases
Responsibilities
Respond to referrals and interview children, families, and contacts; Observe home environments and make determinations of abuse or neglect; Develop service plans to meet family needs; Arrange medical evaluations, placements, and connect families with resources; Create reports, safety plans, and case notes; Testify in court
Seniority
Entry-level, hands-on IC