| Post Code: D722 | |
| Announcement Number: LEHS9756 | |
| Classification Number: C0103 | |
| Open: 11/10/2009 | |
| Close: 11/24/2009 | |
| Location: Madras | |
| Availability: Full Time | |
The State of Oregon is moving to an online application system, Oregon E-Recruit System (OERS). All branches of state government (Executive, Judicial, and Legislative) will be transitioning to this system from now until Spring 2010. During this transition all current employment opportunities can be found at www.oregonjobs.org. Please pay special attention to the Application Instructions in the announcement to ensure your application materials are submitted correctly. This employment opportunity is with Children, Adults and Families/Volunteer Services Program, which is part of the Department of Human Services (DHS). There is one full-time opening located in MADRAS. This position is represented by a union. This recruitment announcement will be used to establish a list of qualified candidates to fill the current vacancy and may be used to fill future vacancies as they occur. Please be aware that due to the economic downturn and subsequent state budget short-fall the Governor has ordered mandatory furloughs for employees. This position will be required to take furloughs in the biennium 2009-2011. QUALIFICATIONS Completion of courses or training in Office Technology; OR One year of general clerical experience including typing or word processing, or other generating of documents; OR An equivalent combination of training and experience. SUBMIT THE FOLLOWING A State of Oregon Application Form PD100 that clearly shows you clearly meet the minimum requirements listed under the qualifications section of the announcement. You may e-mail, deliver, mail or FAX your completed application. It must be received no later than the application deadline. E-Mail: dhs.recruitment@state.or.us
Please include announcement number LEHS9756 in the subject line of the e-mail.
Deliver/Mail:
Department of Human Services
Recruitment and Retention Unit
ATTENTION: Jennifer Rogers
500 Summer Street NE, E22
Salem OR 97301-1099
OR
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. Additional application information cannot be accepted. However, if the recruitment is still open you may submit a new application, which must be received in our office by the close date of the recruitment. If you are offered employment, the offer will be contingent upon the outcome of an abuse check, criminal records check and driving records check, and the information shall be shared with the DHS, Office of Human Resources (OHR). Any criminal or founded abuse history will be reviewed and could result in the withdrawal of the offer or termination of employment. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The Department of Human Services, Volunteer Services Program, provides assistance to the Department’s clients by utilizing the strengths of the volunteer community to help people to become independent, healthy and safe by providing essential basic needs and services. The purpose of the program is to develop and to establish mentorship’s and volunteers in the communities and to support clients by offering basic needs like school supplies, personal care items, and to connect families to the community during the holiday seasons. The purpose of this job/position is to provide coordinated services for clients and to promote volunteerism in the community. MAJOR DUTIES INCLUDE: Screen applicants for accuracy Schedule appointments for clients Answer phones Support and Co-coordinate the current and new volunteer projects: Volunteer Recognition Event, Lunch Buddy Program, Community School Supply Project, Thanksgiving Drive, Holiday events and other community events WORKING CONDITIONS The employee’s work is conducted in offices, participant homes and other program sites. Work can require travel, including overnight. You must have a valid driver's license and a good driving record. If not, you must be able to provide an alternate method of transportation. Employee has contact with a range of people including some exhibiting anger and frustration. Participants could be drug or alcohol affected and in need of treatment. The employee will be exposed to, and need to deal with, a range of emotionally charged issues. Job is fast paced with a high volume of client contact, computer data entry and paperwork. This position will be required to work a flexible work schedule as a condition of employment. This is understood to mean that the hours of work may vary from day to day and include evenings and weekends. Work schedule specifics will be determined by the hiring supervisor. 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. | |
