Case Aide (Social Service Assistant)

Initial Posting Date :

12 / 29 / 2025

Application Deadline :

01 / 06 / 2026

Agency :

Department of Human Services

Salary Range : $4,023 - $5,575

Position Type : Employee

Position Title :

Case Aide (Social Service Assistant)

Job 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!

Imagine working with a team that is committed to serving children, families, and communities. Each day you have a unique opportunity to be involved with several different cases, interact with a wide range of people, and enjoy a position where each day is unique. If you're looking for interesting workdays and a chance to make a difference, this Case Aide position may be for you!

Currently, our Child Welfare Team is seeking a Case Aide (Social Service Assistant) to join our Gresham office.

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.

As a Case Aide , you will :

• Provide administrative support to caseworkers by assisting administrative tasks like case notes, documentation, and coordination of appointments and forms for families.
• Gather and enter information from collateral contacts into the agency's electronic system.
• Supervise initial visits for children in foster care and facilitate transportation and family visitations.
• Assist in locating relatives for parent searches, placements, or safety service providers.
• Support caseworkers with home visits, client contacts, and transportation of clients, medications, and ensure children in care meet medical and mental health assessment timelines.
• Communicate with community partners to coordinate resources and support for children and families, maintaining a resource spreadsheet by neighborhood or school district.
• Attend case-related meetings, staffing, and conferences to support casework activities.
• Assist with risk and safety assessments and help engage children in temporary placements.
• Provide testimony in court regarding visitation observations, experiences, and other applicable information.

Interested in learning more? Here are some testimonials from current ODHS Workers.

Minimum Qualifications

Essential Attributes

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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.

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