Teen Permanency Supervisor (Child Welfare Supervisor 2)

About the role

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.

Responsibilities

• Supervise staff, including hiring, training, performance evaluations, and resolving complaints.
• Plan and implement service delivery strategies that align with community needs and departmental resources.
• Interpret and apply policies and procedures from the Department of Human Services and the District.
• Delegate personnel and resources, ensure 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.
• Provide consultation and training to staff, review service agreements, and liaise with community agencies and Central Office staff.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications (one of the following):

• A bachelor’s degree in human services or a field related to human services; AND one year of lead work, supervision, or progressively related human services experience.
• A bachelor’s degree unrelated to human services and completion of coursework equivalent to certification consistent with Oregon Caseworker Competency; AND one year of lead work, supervision, or progressively related experience in human services.
• An associate degree; AND three years of human services related experience, one year of which must have included lead work, supervision, or progressively related experience.
• An associate degree; AND completion of coursework equivalent to certification consistent with Oregon Caseworker Competency; AND one year lead work, supervision, or progressively related experience in human services.

Skills

• A commitment to embracing the Child Welfare Vision for Transformation and an understanding of how this vision plays a role in moving the organization forward to enhance diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Leadership experience that includes either direct supervision, project management, team lead experience or other leadership opportunities.
• Demonstrated experience working well with colleagues, leveraging internal and external resources, and working collaboratively and respectfully with other branch units.
• Experience using data to inform practice.
• An understanding of the basic principles and values of clinical supervision and trauma-informed coaching and mentoring, including reflective supervision, self-awareness, restorative accountability, and clear communication.
• Experience monitoring and assessing potential risks and vulnerabilities to implement proactive measures to prevent or minimize the impact of crises.

Schedule

• Work conducted in offices and other community sites.
• Occasional travel required for attending meetings, trainings, and other case-related activities.
• Professional work week; hours of work may fluctuate based on service needs.
• Occasional non-traditional hours may be required, including evening and weekend work.
• Rotating on-call/after-hours schedule that will include evening or weekend work.
• Rare overnight travel.
• Handle sensitive issues related to trauma, abuse, substance use, and crises.
• Interact with a diverse range of individuals, including those who have experienced trauma and may struggle with emotional regulation.

Pay

Salary range: $6,199 – $9,603 per month. This is a permanent, full-time Management Service supervisory position (non-union).

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).
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Possible eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

Agency: Oregon Department of Human Services. Posting dates: 10/22/2026 – 10/29/2026. Background checks required: criminal history, FBI CJIS fingerprint-based check, and valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record. No visa sponsorship offered. For ADA accommodations or questions, contact recruiter Ryan Bennett at ryan.bennett@odhs.oregon.gov.