Social Service Assistant - Case Aide Job at Department of Human Services
Initial Posting Date:
01/26/2023
Application Deadline:
02/09/2023
Agency:
Department of Human Services
Salary Range:
$3,022 - $4,465
Position Type:
Employee
Position Title:
Social Service Assistant - Case Aide
Job Description:
We want to invite you to consider joining our team!
Do you want the opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of children in need of support? Do you want to be part of a diverse workforce that collaborates and learns from each other to improve services that support children, families, and communities? Then, we want to hear from you!
The Office of Child Welfare, part of the Oregon Department of Human Services, is seeking a Social Service Assistant / Case Aide to join our team serving Marion County. In this role, you will support child welfare program caseworkers by actively participating in building meaningful person-centered relationships. This will include actively fostering inclusive and compassionate interactions by affirming and preserving the dignity of the families we support.
DHS commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do. We are an affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.
ODHS, A place to belong and make a difference!
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When you join the ODHS, you join a community of nearly 10,000 employees dedicated to serving Oregon’s most vulnerable populations.
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Our mission is to help Oregonians in their own communities achieve wellbeing and independence through opportunities that protect, empower, respect choice, and preserve dignity.
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We are committed to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQIA+ community members, and others to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.
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We are committed to building an antiracist and equitable agency. Equity is foundational to our role as a human services agency, and we are committed to integrating equity into all we do. TheEquity North Starhas four points that explain the agency's goals related to equity, inclusion, and racial justice.
At ODHS you will:
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Find connections through employee resource groups (ERGs) – officially chartered groups organized around shared cultural identities to support historically underrepresented ODHS employees.
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Grow your career through free leadership training, ample career pathways, and committee participation opportunities.
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Enjoy work/life balance, 11 paid holidays a year, flexible work schedules, remote work options, andcompetitive benefits packages.
To learn more about our agency,
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About Child Welfare:
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Child Welfare Mission: Ensure the safety of children and support families and communities that protect and care for them.
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Child Welfare Vision: All children experience safe, stable, healthy childhoods in the care of family and community.
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For more information on Child Welfare programs pleaseclick here.
What you will be doing:
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Ensuring that people are treated compassionately and with dignity so that children and family members feel respected and valued.
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Implement the individual visitation agreement by meeting with the case worker, family, and care giver.
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Gather information from case providers, clients, their family members, schools, and other resources to plan visits, including the schedule, location, supervision level and safety plan.
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Meet with clients, family members and care givers to review visitation agreements and guidelines.
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Complete records requests, medical, school, law enforcement, etc.
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Maintaining care for children in temporary lodging, related to hygiene, school, appointments, etc.
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Collaborating with caseworkers, treatment providers, youth, and peers.
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Reviewing and implementing supervision plans.
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Actively listening to others and documenting conversations in writing.
Working conditions:
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Work is done in the office and in the field, including in clients’ homes.
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Occasional compensated overtime may be required, including night and weekend work.
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Occasionally, you may work with hostile and/or resistant clients.
What you need to qualify:
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One year of experience assisting professionals in one or more specialized social programs such as family services, children services, senior services, mental or developmental disability services, substance abuse programs, juvenile corrections programs, or occupational skills programs.
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Possession of a current certification in child development, early childhood education, addiction counseling preparation or juvenile corrections.
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45 quarter hours, or 30 semester hours of college course work in sociology, psychology, early childhood education, criminal justice, human services, juvenile corrections, or occupational skills training.
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An associate degree in a field not closely related to social work/human services AND six months of human services-related experience (e.g. work providing assistance to individuals and groups with issues such as economically disadvantaged, employment, abuse and neglect, substance abuse, aging, mental or physical disabilities, juvenile prevention, health, cultural competencies, and/or inadequate housing).
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A valid driver license and acceptable driving record are required for this position.
Essential Attributes: You do not need to have all these attributes to be considered for this opening; however, the most competitive candidates will have most of them.
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Experience using Microsoft Office Suite and willingness to learn other computer software programs.
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Demonstrated experience working both independently and as a team.
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Willingness to engage with youth and families understanding of the impact of trauma.
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Excellent verbal and written communication skills, which include the ability to articulate observations and document in an objective manner.
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Experience making inclusive decisions that promote safety, respect, and stewardship.
How to Apply:
Your work history profile and resume are the perfect places to highlight your interest in the position and showcase the skills and experience that make you the best candidate for the position. For additional tips, please visit the Oregon Job Opportunities page,
Resources for Job Seekers
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Please upload a resume or complete the work history profile. Note: Your resume may be uploaded in the Resume/CV field on the online application.
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External Applicants: Click on the “Apply” button and submit your application. View thisvideofor help.
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Internal Applicants (Current State of Oregon employees): Apply via your employee Workday account. View thisjob aidfor help.
Additional details:
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For questions, assistance with the application process or if you need an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to participate in the application or selection process, please contact Rosario Barbour via email atrosario.delacruz-barbour@odha.oregon.govplease include requisition number with your email.
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The Oregon Department of Human Services does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security’s I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States. ODHS will use E-Verify to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.
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Have questions about Workday, and want some tips on understanding the state application process? Check out this link:https://www.oregon.gov/jobs/Pages/support.aspx.
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If you are a veteran wishing to have veterans’ preference, your will receive a task in your Workday account to provide military documents if you have not already provided them. For privacy reasons, please do not attach your DD214/DD215/civil service preference letter to your application. For questions about documentation, please visit:Veterans Resources.
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Finalists for this position will be subject to a computerized criminal history and abuse check. Adverse background information will be reviewed and could result in withdrawal of a conditional job offer or termination of employment.
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This recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies.
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Employees who are Public Employee Retirement System (PERS) participating members will have their base salary increased by 6.95% and pay a 6% employee contribution to PERS; the salary range noted about reflects base salary only.
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In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. ODHS does not offer VISA sponsorship for this position.
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This position is represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU).
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