Job Description
Initial Posting Date: 05/08/2026 Application Deadline: 05/18/2026 Agency: Department of Human Services Salary Range: $4,124 - $5,714 Position Type: Employee Position Title: Family Time Coordinator (Social Service Assistant) Job Description: 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. 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 Family Time Coordinator position may be for you! In this role, you will support child welfare program caseworkers by actively participating in building meaningful person-centered relationships. This will include actively fostering inclusive and compassionate interactions by affirming and preserving the dignity of the families we support. 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! What will you be doing? 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 Family Time Coordinator, you will: Gather and Document Information: Collect and record information from the caseworker, children, parents, relatives, case providers, schools, and other relevant resources to plan family time visits. Review Family Time Agreements: Meet with parents and caregivers to review family time agreements and guidelines, suggesting community resources as needed. Supervise Family Time: Supervise family time in an office or community setting, documenting relevant information. This ensures the safety and well-being of the children during these interactions. Transport Children: Assist with transporting children to family time visits and other necessary appointments. Collaborate with Caseworkers: Work closely with caseworkers to assess the details of family time supervision. Recommend services needed for case planning and relay important information about the children and their families or caregivers. What you need to qualify One year of experience assisting professionals in one or more specialized social programs such as family services, children services, senior services, mental or developmental disability services, substance abuse programs, juvenile corrections programs, or occupational skills programs, or Possession of a current certification in child development, early childhood education, addiction counseling preparation or juvenile corrections, or 45 quarter hours,