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Coaching and Training Specialist for Permanency (Social Services Specialist 2)

Department of Human Services

Portland, OR | Full Time

$61k-77k (estimate)

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Coaching and Training Specialist for Permanency (Social Services Specialist 2)

$61k-77k (estimate)

Full Time | Public Administration 1 Month Ago

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Department of Human Services is Hiring a Coaching and Training Specialist for Permanency (Social Services Specialist 2) Near Portland, OR

Initial Posting Date:

03/04/2024

Application Deadline:

03/19/2024

Agency:

Department of Human Services

Salary Range:

$4,998 - $7,647

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Coaching and Training Specialist for Permanency (Social Services Specialist 2)

Job Description:

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are actively working to build an equitable agency with the

Equity North Star

as our guide toward our vision of an agency free of racism, discrimination and bias. We believe that teams in which everyone can show up as their full authentic self are key to creating a thriving workforce that can better serve communities. We welcome members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQIA2S community members, and others to apply.

Imagine yourself building and supporting relationships in diverse communities. Visualize yourself with an opportunity to support coworkers through training and coaching. Do you believe in ensuring physical and phycological safety and want to help prevent family separation and trauma? Do you have a passion for mentorship and helping to facilitate and promote the success of others? This Coaching and Training Specialist (CTS) for Permanency (Social Service Specialist 2) position may be for you.

Oregon Department of Human Services (ODHS), a place to belong and make a difference!

When you join the
ODHS
, you join a community of over 10,000 employees dedicated to serving and helping Oregonians achieve wellbeing and independence through opportunities that protect, empower, respect choice, and preserve dignity.
Connect with ODHS
Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)
and find a place to belong, build community and participate in shared learning. ERGs are employee-driven committees that support each other as well as the ODHS’ overall mission and vision.
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.
The Equity North Star
has four points that explain the agency's goals related to equity, inclusion, and racial justice.
We know that life is unpredictable and ODHS cares about keeping you well. Enjoy a work-life balance, 11 paid holidays a year, flexible work schedules, and
competitive benefits packages
including health, dental, vision and much more!

What will you be doing?

As an employee working within the

Child Welfare Program

, you will have an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of Oregon’s most vulnerable children and families. Your dedication will help us achieve the Child Welfare

Vision for Transformation

that will support children and young adults to be safer, healthier, experience less trauma and achieve a greater well-being.

As a Coaching and Training Specialist for Permanency, you will:

Conduct one on one coaching with staff through observation, immediate feedback, and debrief discussions.
Provide coaching and observation of employee skill levels, behaviors, developmental needs, and strengths.
Provide instruction, demonstrate tasks, and support employees in applying information and strategies around Child Welfare Practices, policies, and processes.
Research, interpret, and articulate child welfare practice, policy, and procedure to families, child welfare staff, and community partners.
Collaborate with program consultants and trainers on design, delivery, evaluation, and administration of training.
Remain informed of services, benefits, eligibility requirements, and referral processes of agencies and community organizations.
Audit and review documentation pertaining to Court, Citizen Review Boards, case documentation to ensure completeness, accuracy, and adherence to applicable policies, statutes, and Oregon Administrative Rules and laws.
Model engagement skills that foster collaboration with families and communities.

What you need to qualify

A bachelor’s degree in social work/human services or related field AND one year experience with responsibility for child welfare case management (i.e., managing a caseload that involved case planning, placement decisions, child protection issues, or treatment interventions), or
A bachelor’s degree in any field AND two years of experience managing a child welfare caseload that involved case planning, placement decisions, child protection issues, or treatment interventions, or
An associate degree in any field AND three years of experience managing a child welfare caseload that involved case planning, placement decisions, child protection issues, or treatment interventions.

Essential attributes

We are looking for candidates with experience:

Preferred cross program experience in at least two areas (Protective Services, Permanency, Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA), Teen unit, and Certification)
Awareness of and experience implementing policy and procedures, the
Child Welfare Vision for Transformation
, and the Oregon Safety Model.
Experience engaging and building collaborative relationships with community partners, agency staff, clients, and impacted communities.
Experience responding to urgent and emergent situations calmly, defusing emotionally charged situations, crisis intervention, problem-solving skills, and conflict resolution techniques.
Experience using time-management skills, organization, and prioritization to complete your work and meet deadlines.
Experience communicating with others both verbally and in writing, in a way that is easy to understand, culturally competent, compassionate, and respectful.
Experience preparing and presenting training to employees.

Please be sure to clearly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications and the essential attributes within your application materials. These two areas will be used to determine which candidates will be selected to move forward in the process. Make sure to read the ‘How to Apply’ section for any other requirements.

Working conditions

Your work will be conducted in offices, participant's homes, and other community sites.
Some remote work may be approved after completion of trail services, this will need to be discussed with and approved by your manager.
Occasional travel is required for attending meetings, trainings, and other case related activities.
Employee will work a professional work week; hours of work may fluctuate based on service needs. Occasional, compensated overtime may be required, including evening and weekend work.
You may interact with a wide range of people including some who have experienced trauma and may exhibit challenges in controlling their emotions.
You may encounter stressful situations that will require quick decision-making skills.

Application instructions & requirements

Your work history profile and resume are the perfect opportunity to highlight your interest in the position and demonstrate your skills, lived and/or work experience that shows you are an excellent candidate for the position.

Please upload a resume or complete the work history profile. Note: Your resume and cover letter may be uploaded in the Resume/CV field on the online application.
Current State of Oregon employees: Apply via your employee Workday account.
If you are not a current State of Oregon employee, view this
application instructional video
.
After you submit your application, you will have additional tasks to complete in Workday. Please continue to check your Workday account throughout the recruitment process.

Additional requirements

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.
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.
A valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record are required.

Helpful information

This position is represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU).
This recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies.
Have questions about Workday, and want some tips on understanding the state application process? Check out our
Oregon job opportunities page.
If you need an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act, have questions or need assistance with the application process, please contact Amanda Alvarado via email at
amanda.k.alvarado@odhs.oregon.gov
or call 541-709-8695. Please be sure to include the job requisition number.