Human Services Case Manager (Bilingual English/Spanish Preferred)

Initial Posting Date:

01/12/2026

Application Deadline:

01/19/2026

Agency:

Department of Human Services

Salary Range:

$5,066 - $6,736

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Human Services Case Manager (Bilingual English/Spanish Preferred)

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! Do you want the opportunity to match the needs of people in the community with available federal, state and local programs or other resources to meet those needs?  Do you want to be part of a diverse workforce that collaborates and learns from each other to improve services that supports the elderly, people with disabilities and communities?  Then, we want to hear from you!

SUMMARY OF DUTIES

This position will match the needs of Aging and People with Disabilities in the community with current federal, state and local programs or other resources that are available to meet those needs. This is done through case management and by screening applicants for long term community-based care, in-home care and nursing homes. This case manager position will coordinate the initial intake process to determine eligibility for long term care and services. This individual will also act as an advocate for clients with community partners to manage and coordinate care.   

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

A Bachelor's degree in a Behavioral Science, Social Science, or a closely related field; 
 
OR  
 
A Bachelor's degree in any field and one year of human services related experience (i.e., work providing assistance to individuals and groups with issues such as economically disadvantaged, employment, abuse and neglect, substance abuse, aging, disabilities, prevention, health, cultural competencies, inadequate housing); 
 
OR  
 
An Associate's degree in a Behavioral Science, Social Science or a closely related field AND two years of human services related experience (i.e., work providing assistance to individuals and groups with issues such as economically disadvantaged, employment, abuse and neglect, substance abuse, aging, disabilities, prevention, health, cultural competencies, inadequate housing); 
 
OR  
 
Three years of human services related experience (i.e., work providing assistance to individuals and groups with issues such as economically disadvantaged, employment, abuse and neglect, substance abuse, aging, disabilities, prevention, health, cultural competencies, inadequate housing). 

ESSENTIAL ATTRIBUTES

• Experience determining eligibility and appropriate levels of service as a Case Manager
• Experience managing conflicting deadlines and priorities while adhering to policies and procedures 
• Experience preparing and maintaining written narrative documentation of actions taken 
• Experience interviewing to obtain information to evaluate needs and next steps in the intake process as a Case Manager 

ATTENTION ALL CANDIDATES!

A Resume AND Cover Letter is REQUIRED.  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.

This position is a Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred position.  This language skills are not required but preferred. This position may receive a 5% differential pay based on passing the required language test.

Please indicate on your application material if you have bilingual Spanish language skills.

*Please note: All required (or preferred) languages must have an available test.

WORKING CONDITIONS

This position will primarily work from the hospital with some days in the general office environment.  You will visit clients, hospitals, nursing homes, APD offices and other providers. A current driver’s license, and an acceptable driving record is required.

**This intake case manager position will have a 5% differential added to their base salary.

BACKGROUND CHECKS AND REQUIREMENTS

• If selected as a finalist, we will conduct a criminal history and background check. Adverse criminal history or background check may lead to disqualification. Additional background check information.
• The Oregon Department of Human Services does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security’s I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States. ODHS will use E-Verify to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.

BENEFITS

• Amazing benefits package.
• Cost of Living Adjustments.
• Annual salary increases (until you reach the top of the listed salary range).
• ODHS Employee Resource Group communities that promote shared learning.
• Possible eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

EMPLOYMENT PREFERENCE

Veterans’ preference:

• Veterans’ preference information.
• How to submit your Veteran documents for preference. Please do not attach your Veterans’ preference documentation in the Resume/CV field of your application.

GENERAL INFORMATION

• This is a permanent, full-time position and is represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU).  
• This recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies in the same classification.

CONTACT

We invite you to contact the recruiter for accommodation requests under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), application questions or job-specific questions at ADA.DHS@dhsoha.state.or.us.

• The recruiter for this position is Ryan Bennett. If you contact the recruiter, please include the job requisition number.
• Email: ryan.bennett@odhs.oregon.gov