Temporary Lodging Assistant (Social Service Assistant), Limited Duration, Multiple Positions (West Portland)

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Opportunity awaits! Imagine an opportunity to help families by ensuring they can spend quality family time together. Imagine a position where every day is unique and your ability to adapt and be flexible is valued. If you're looking for interesting workdays and a chance to make a difference, this Lodging Assistant position may be for you!

We are seeking to fill multiple Limited Duration, Temporary Lodging Assistant (Social Service Assistant) positions in our West Portland offices at Alberta Branch-30 North Webster Ave and Midtown-815 NE Davis St.

• Limited Duration to end 6/30/2027.

• Limited Duration positions are eligible for health benefits, leave accrual, and are represented by a union.

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 Temporary Lodging Assistant, you will: 

• Provide backup support to Family Time social service assistant’s (SSA’s) and Case Aids, Teen- Transport and general Temporary lodging assistant in the district when not in Temporary Lodging.  This may include one‑off assignments based on daily needs.

• Provide 24/7 supervision for children in Temporary Lodging, including daytime and overnight coverage, and transport them as needed to various destinations, including teen transport.

• Serve as Team Lead for General Temporary Lodging assistant across multiple locations.

• Manage scheduling responsibilities and coordinate closely with Team Leads.

• Be present in the field to support Temporary Lodging operations and ensure consistent coverage.

• When not in temporary lodging you will support in-home safety plans by providing detailed documentation, support, engagement, and promptly reporting any concerns. 

• Transport children as needed for appointments, or any other needs as directed by caseworkers, supervisor. May transport children inter- or intrastate for permanent foster care, guardianship, pre-adoptive home visits or to return children to the State with legal jurisdiction.  

• Maintain care for children related to hygiene, basic needs, school attendance, appointments, and transportation. 

• Treat people with compassion and dignity, ensuring that children and family members feel respected and valued. 

• Prepare notes for court testimony and provide verbal or type written feedback to service workers as appropriate. 

• Sit with youth in the office as needed and conduct regular site visits or field‑based support when required.

Minimum Qualifications

• A valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record are required for this position.

• One year of experience working in a human services or behavioral health setting

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• An associate degree in any field

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• An equivalent combination of education and experience.

Essential Attributes

We are looking for candidates with:

• Experience providing administrative support by coordinating schedules, managing correspondence, and maintaining organized records.

• Experience narrating or documenting observations and information related to client cases, ensuring accurate and detailed records of activities and progress.

• Knowledge and experience using trauma-informed practices, integrating these values into client interactions and support services to promote healing and empowerment.

• Experience using clear communication skills to collaborate effectively with diverse populations, ensuring culturally sensitive and inclusive approaches in all interactions and service delivery.

• Experience working with children and families from a wide variety of backgrounds and able to demonstrate intercultural competency. 

Attention all candidates! Clearly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications and essential attributes 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.

• 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. 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 case related activities.

• Some travel may be in hazardous weather conditions.

• There are three schedule options for this position.

  • Option A: Wednesday-Saturday 7:00am-6:00pm

  • Option B: Monday-Friday 10am-7pm

  • Option C: Tuesday - Saturday 10am - 7pm

  • Option D: No Preference 

• Hours of work may fluctuate based on service needs.  Occasionally, overtime compensated 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.

• This position requires frequent activity including climbing stairs, walking on uneven terrain, assisting children into and out of car seats, this may include lifting, up to 40 pounds. 

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:

• Veterans’ preference information.

• 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 limited duration, full-time position and is represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU).  

• 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 Sugei Hernandez. If you contact the recruiter, please include the job requisition number:

• Email: Sugei.Hernandez@odhs.oregon.gov