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- Oficina en John Day
Initial Posting Date:
10/27/2025Application Deadline:
11/10/2025Agency:
Department of Human ServicesSalary Range:
$6,048 - $9,369Position Type:
EmployeePosition Title:
Child Welfare Supervisor 2Job Description:
The Oregon Department of Human Services is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are guided by our Equity North Star and our vision for a positive RiSE organizational culture that advances equity and diversity. We encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQIA2S+ community members, and others to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.
Opportunity awaits! Would you like the opportunity to make a positive impact on Oregon's children and families in need by working with an equitable lens? Do you enjoy collaborating and helping to improve employee development and growth? If so, this Child Welfare Supervisor 2 position in John Day may be for you.
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WHERE IS JOHN DAY, OREGON?
The city of John Day is located in the high desert of NE Oregon. With its cattle drives down Main Street, the Timber Truckers Light Parade and border collies and horse trailers, the small community of John Day wears its heart and heritage on its sleeve. Want to calculate your commute time? Check out this mileage and driving distance calculator
Summary of Duties
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 Child Welfare Supervisor 2, you will:
Interpret and apply policies and procedures from the Department of Human Services and the District.
Plan and implement service delivery strategies, ensuring alignment with community needs and departmental resources.
Delegate personnel and resources, oversee client service continuity, and address client grievances.
Ensure compliance with program standards, administrative rules, and legal requirements through case and workload reviews.
Monitor and analyze client needs and service delivery to maintain effective and timely casework practices.
Supervise staff, including hiring, training, performance evaluations, and resolving complaints.
Provide consultation and training to staff, review service agreements, and liaise with community agencies and Central Office staff.
Minimum Qualifications
A bachelor’s degree in human services or a field related to human services AND two years of lead work, supervision, or progressively related human services experience; OR
A bachelor’s degree unrelated to human services and completion of coursework equivalent to certification consistent with Oregon Caseworker Competency AND two years of lead work, supervision, or progressively related experience in human services; OR
An associate degree AND three years of human services related experience two years of which must have included lead work, supervision, or progressively related experience; OR
An associate degree and completion of coursework equivalent to certification consistent with Oregon Caseworker Competency AND two years of lead work, supervision, or progressively related experience in human services.
A valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record are required for this position.
Essential Attributes
We are looking for candidates with:
Experience in Child Welfare Programs or Child Safety Programs is preferred.
Knowledge in leading and overseeing dynamic and fast-paced service delivery
Experience in quickly changing direction and effectively managing tasks in a rapidly evolving work environment.
Proven track record of fostering partnerships and collaboration within the community.
Experience in applying organizational skills with a comprehensive understanding of systems and processes.
Understanding of policies and procedures, including the Child Welfare Vision for Transformation and the Oregon Safety Model.
Attention all candidates! A COVER LETTER IS REQUIRED. If you do not include the cover letter in your application materials, you will not move on in the recruitment process. Clearly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications and essential attributes list above 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.
Application instructions & requirements
Your work history profile, cover letter, 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 make sure your application materials, 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. If applicable, please clearly indicate if a degree has been completed when providing education history. Note: Your resume and cover letter may be uploaded in the Resume/CV field on the online application.
The use of outside resources such as Artificial Intelligence software during applicant skill assessments, examinations, and/or interviews is prohibited unless otherwise stated by the hiring agency. Unauthorized use of outside resources during the hiring process will result in disqualification.
The State of Oregon does not request or require your age, date of birth, attendance or graduation dates from an educational institution during the application process.
Working Conditions
Your work will be conducted in offices, participant's homes, and other community sites.
Occasional travel is required for attending meetings, trainings, and other public events. Travel is required and the employee must have a valid driver's license from the state in which they reside.
This position may require occasional overnight travel.
Some travel may be in hazardous weather conditions during the winter months.
Employee will work a flexible schedule; hours of work may fluctuate based on service needs. Occasional, non-traditional hours may be required, including evening and weekend work.
Employee will be on a rotating on-call schedule. The rotating on-call schedule will include evening or weekend work.
In this role, you will encounter sensitive material related to trauma, abuse, substance use, and crisis situations. Our team prioritizes a trauma-informed approach, creating a safe environment for both clients and staff.
You will interact with a diverse range of individuals, including those who have experienced trauma and may struggle with emotional regulation. This position may involve handling stressful situations that demand rapid decision-making skills.
Background Checks and Requirements
If selected as a finalist, we will conduct a criminal history and background check. Adverse criminal history or background check may lead to disqualification. Additional background check information.
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.
Finalists must be cleared by the FBI Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) through a fingerprint-based criminal records check.
Benefits
ODHS Employee Resource Group communities that promote shared learning.
Cost of Living Adjustments.
Annual salary increases (until you reach the top of the listed salary range).
Amazing benefits package.
Possible eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
Employment Preference
Veterans’ preference:
How to submit your Veteran documents for preference. Please do not attach your Veterans’ preference documentation in the Resume/CV field of your application.
General Information
This is a permanent, full-time position and is a Management Service, Supervisory position and is not represented by a union.
This recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies in the same classification.
Contact Information
We invite you to contact the recruiter for accommodation requests under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), application questions or job-specific questions.
The recruiter for this position is Amy Acree. If you contact the recruiter, please include the job requisition number:
Email: [email protected]
