JOBS Program Specialist

Are you passionate about helping families build stability and a brighter future? Then the JOBS (Job Opportunity and Basic Skills) Program Specialist position may be the perfect fit for you! Partner with ODHS to help Central Oregon families overcome barriers and move toward self-sufficiency. Join one of Oregon’s 100 Best Nonprofits and enjoy excellent benefits, including 100% employer-paid base medical, dental, and vision insurance. Work where it Matters!

Location: Bend

Compensation: $28.03/hour- (plus .50 for Bilingual Spanish) 

Hours: 40 hours/week 

Benefits: 100% premium paid Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance, Agency paid Retirement plan (up to 6 %!), almost 2 weeks of paid vacation accrued within first year, plus 14 paid Holidays annually and a separate sick leave accrual. 

Deadline: Positions remains open until filled

NeighborImpact’s Supportive Service’s Overview

The Supportive Services Department works to strengthen the well-being and stability of children, families, and individuals throughout Central Oregon by connecting them with essential resources and support. The department provides services that help meet basic needs, including diaper assistance, foster family supports, family stabilization resources, and health-related social needs programs. Through a prevention-focused approach, Supportive Services partners with families and community organizations to reduce barriers, promote long-term stability, and ensure vulnerable children and families have access to the resources they need to thrive.

Overview of Key Duties and Responsibilities:

This role supports Participants referred by an ODHS Family Coach into one of three service categories: Child Activities, Life Skills, or Stabilized Living. The Specialist completes intake, delivers or coordinates services within the Participant's referred category, and maintains accurate, timely documentation. This position works under the direction of the Supportive Services Client Services Manager, with concurrent guidance from ODHS.

Required: 

• Associates degree in Social Services, Human Services, or a related field required

1. OR High School Diploma/GED and 3 years of direct experience in case management or related services required.

• Two years' experience (i.e., employment, internships, or long-term volunteer position) in the social services, human service or customer service required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, including Excel, is required. 
• Passion for helping others and a desire to work in an organization that serves people experiencing poverty and instability required.
• Ability to travel throughout the tri-county area regularly, even in inclement weather, using a personal vehicle is required.
• Prior to date of hire and throughout employment:

1. Valid driver's license
2. Proof of current auto insurance
3. Access to reliable transportation required
4. Satisfactory criminal background check required
5. Satisfactory motor vehicle records check required

• Required within 90 days of hire:

1. Completion of mandatory reporter training, required annually thereafter
2. TRACS and JOI system access/user profile setup

Preferred: 

• Bachelor’s degree in social work, human services, or related field preferred
• Professional experience in the field, or a related field, preferred
• English/Spanish bilingual preferred