| Post Code: D717 | |
| Announcement Number: LEHS5638 | |
| Classification Number: C6659 | |
| Open: 12/09/2005 | |
| Revised: 11/5/2008 (Salary Update) | |
| Close: OPEN UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE | |
| Location: Statewide | |
| Availability: Full Time and/or Part Time | |
Your application will remain active for 90 days, after which you will need to update your records every 90 days for the remainder of your one-year eligibility (your expiration date is indicated on your examination/grade notice). Updates can be made by calling 503-945-5698 or email to DHS.Recruitment@state.or.us. These employment opportunities are with Children, Adults and Families (CAF) and Seniors and People with Disabilities (SPD), which are part of the Department of Human Services (DHS). There are continuous openings in various locations throughout the state. There are both full-time and part-time positions. These positions are represented by a union. This recruitment will be used to establish a list of qualified people and will be used to fill vacancies as they occur. Upon review and determination that you meet the minimum qualifications, your name will be placed on the list of qualified applicants (QLF) that will then be used to select applicants for job interviews. Individuals invited to interview may be randomly selected from the list of qualified applicants. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Two years of experience determining eligibility for a human service program by interviewing to assess the needs of clients, and interpreting and applying the policies, rules, and guidelines that are applicable to the client’s situation. NOTE: Any college courses may be substituted for the two years of general experience on a year-for-year basis (45 quarter hours is equivalent to one year of experience). A photocopy of your transcripts must be attached to your application materials if using college courses to meet the minimum qualifications. Some positions may require verbal and written bilingual language skills. Please indicate your language skills in the Specialized Skills and Knowledge portion of the State of Oregon Application Form (PD100). You will be asked to verify your language skills at the time of interview. SUBMIT THE FOLLOWING: State of Oregon Application Form PD100 The Human Services Specialist 3 Skill Code Information sheet (located at the end of this announcement). You may deliver, mail, or FAX your completed application to: Email to DHS.Recruitment@state.or.us
(Please include announcement number LEHS5638 in the subject line)
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Department of Human Services
Recruitment and Retention Unit
500 Summer Street NE, E22
Salem OR 97301-1099
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FAX your application to 503-378-2249
When faxing your application please include a cover sheet indicating number of pages sent.
Due to the high volume of incoming applications, we are unable to verify receipt of applications. APPLICATION PROCESS Obtain application materials, job, and benefits information by doing one of the following:
If you need assistance to participate in the application process, you are encouraged to call 503-945-5698 (voice) or 503-945-6214 (TTY) between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. (Pacific Time) Monday through Friday. Keep a copy of your application materials for your job interviews. DHS does not provide copies. Although faxing your application is an option, DHS is not responsible for materials that are illegible or missing as a result of FAX transmission errors or loss in the mail or e-mail. Due to the high volume of incoming applications, we are unable to verify receipt of applications. Pay on all announcements may change without notice. Notice of your application results will be sent to you by mail. Although agencies are not required to delay their selection process, you may request a review of your application results. This review request must be received in writing within 10 days from the date of the notice. Although additional application information cannot be submitted for active applications, you may submit a new application when you feel you have new/updated qualification information. If you are offered employment, the offer will be contingent upon the outcome of a criminal background and driving records check. Any history of criminal activity will be reviewed and could result in the withdrawal of the offer or termination of employment. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The Human Services Specialist 3 may perform the following duties:
WORKING CONDITIONS:
ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT DHS is about people. We help Oregonians be independent, healthy, and safe. We protect children who are abused or neglected. We provide treatment services to people whose lives are damaged by alcohol and drugs. We serve seniors, people with disabilities, and people with mental illness. We help low-income people along the road to self-sufficiency with health coverage, job preparation, childcare and other supports. We provide leadership in public health services. Our services are delivered in the least restrictive setting and in partnership with communities. We are absolutely committed to ongoing innovation in the delivery of services, and we are committed to recruiting, developing and retaining dedicated employees. For a complete explanation of state employee benefits, visit our website at http://www.oregon.gov/DHS/jobs/salary.shtml PLEASE CONSIDER JOINING US! The Oregon Department of Human Services is committed to affirmative action, equal employment opportunity and workplace diversity. {10000} HUMAN SERVICES SPECIALIST 3
SKILL CODE INFORMATION SHEET Circle the three letter code that corresponds with the skills with which you are proficient. Do not circle areas for which you are not proficient and are not willing to use in a work environment. TYPING/KEYBOARDING Net typing/keyboarding speed: QTP 40-54 wpm PTP 55 and above DATA ENTRY D/E Experience inputting, updating, and retrieving of alpha/numeric data. WRITTEN COMMUNICATION COM Experience composing letters and memos. PUBLIC CONTACT PIP Experience answering routine inquiries in person and by telephone regarding programs or services provided by your employer. ELG Experience determining eligibility for a human service program. TMP I am available for temporary work LANGUAGE SKILLS Circle the three-letter skill code that corresponds with your language skills. You will be asked to demonstrate your verbal and written language skills at the time of interview. You must have the ability to speak, read and write: Spanish SPA Russian RUS Vietnamese VIE Laotian LAO Japanese JPN Chinese CHI Sign Language/Interpreting AMB | |
