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.
Would you like the opportunity to make a positive impact on Oregonians and Tribal Families in need of support and resources? Would you enjoy working with a diverse team that collaborates and learns together in service of children, families, and communities? If so, we’d love to hear from you!
We are seeking a Deputy Child Welfare Program Manager (Child Welfare Manager 1) to join our Child Welfare team in Saint Helens.
Imagine an opportunity to support the safe and equitable reduction of American Indian/Alaska Native (AI/AN) children in foster care. Picture yourself providing consultation and treatment, safety, and permanency planning to prevent family breakup and trauma while also ensuring the protection, physical safety, and emotional, cultural, spiritual well-being of children. Does this sound intriguing? If so, we want you to apply for our Deputy Child Welfare Program Manager position.
“Preference will be given to candidates who have documented and demonstratable experience working with Tribal populations and communities.”
Tribal Affairs Unit Mission:
“Raising the level of health and wellness of all Oregon tribal communities through elevating tribal voice, sovereignty and culture.”
About The Program:
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WAHONE* PURPOSE STATEMENT
To recruit and retain Oregon Department of Human Services (ODHS) Native employees and improve the delivery of human services to Native clients, families and communities through Tribal best practices, cultural connections, relationship building, mentoring, Tribal and community engagement and awareness efforts.
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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!
Your duties at a glance:
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 priority 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 Deputy Child Welfare Program Manager, you will:
The Deputy Child Welfare Program Manager is a key member of the district management team and various statewide teams. They work actively to plan, organize, and lead activities to achieve ODHS’s mission. As a Deputy Child Welfare Program Manager, you will:
The Deputy Child Welfare Manager position provides support in ensuring that ODHS adheres to the intent of the federal law and state law regulating services to American Indian and Alaska Native (AI/AN) children and families, the Indian Child Welfare Act of 1978, the Oregon Indian Child Welfare Act, and equity matters related to all AI/AN peoples. The Deputy Child Welfare Manager will case manage Child Welfare cases and American Indian/Alaskan Native children and families who have voluntary or involuntary involvement within DHS Child Welfare.
Experience working collaboratively with tribal entities, community-based partners and culturally appropriate service providers is essential for this position.
Oversee additional general Child Welfare (CW) Services like Child Protective Services, foster home certification, family reunification, planning, visitation, and adoptions.
Develop and lead vision and strategic plans to help local CW offices meet performance goals focused on child safety and permanency, ensuring fair service delivery.
Lead fiscal management, personnel and program management, community collaboration, service prioritization, handling complaints, and media inquiries.
Supervise six staff and approximately 40 positions through subordinate supervisors.
Participate in development short- and longer-term goals for the District and assist managers in the implementation of the goals.
What you need to qualify
(5) Five years of lead work, supervision, or progressively related experience
OR
(2) Two years of related experience and a bachelor’s degree in a related field.
You do not need to meet the minimum qualifications to be considered for this opportunity.
A cover letter is required. Attach a cover letter that demonstrates how you meet the essential attributes for the position.
