Permanency Worker – Social Service Specialist 1
| Company | Oregon State Government |
|---|---|
| Location | Dallas, TX, USA |
| Salary | $4833 – $7407 |
| Type | Full-Time |
| Degrees | Bachelor’s |
| Experience Level | Entry Level/New Grad, Junior |
Requirements
- 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.
- OR 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;
- OR 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.
Responsibilities
- Support Families: Play a critical role in helping families achieve their goals while ensuring child safety.
- Case Management: Work with diverse families, may include American Indian/Alaskan Native communities, collaborating with tribal entities and community partners.
- Engage Effectively: Interact with children, families, resource parents, and caregivers using a trauma-informed and antiracist approach to achieve safety and optimal outcomes.
- Develop Strategies: Create and implement strategies that leverage family strengths and address areas needing improvement.
- Handle Documentation and Legal Duties: Conduct home visits, complete legal documentation, attend court hearings, and address child safety issues.
- Balance Needs and Legal Requirements: Ensure a balance between the needs of the child and family while adhering to legal requirements.
- Build Rapport: Establish meaningful relationships with families to understand their dynamics and support their unique needs.
Preferred Qualifications
- Demonstrates a high level of comfort in collaborating with others to make decisions, ensuring that diverse perspectives are considered, and the best possible outcomes are achieved for children and families.
- Experience in building collaborative relationships with community partners, agency staff, clients, and affected communities.
- Experience conducting professional communications, both verbally and in writing, including case plans, court reports, assessments, and other related documents.
- Experience working with diverse populations and implementing trauma-informed practices that address individual needs, prioritize safety, build trust, and ensure cultural sensitivity.
- Experience with case management systems, document management software, and electronic communication tools.