Family Permanency Specialist

Application Deadline: 06/06/2026 Job Location: Hood River Date Posted: 05/07/2026 Hours Worked Per Week: 40 Shift: Day Shift Duration of Job: Full Time, more than 6 months You may contact this employer directly.
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Job Summary: Boys & Girls Aid is committed to recruiting, hiring, and retaining a diverse staff with diverse backgrounds. We will honor your unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. We are an inclusive community dedicated to investing in relationships and authentically valuing others.

Boys & Girls Aid is an anti-racist, LGBTQIA2S+ positive organization.

This role serves multiple counties across Central Oregon, including Jefferson, Deschutes, Crook, Lake, Klamath, Hood River, Wasco, Sherman, Gilliam, and Wheeler (Districts 9'11). The position requires travel throughout the region, and candidates may reside anywhere within the covered counties.
Boys & Girls Aid is seeking a full-time Family Permanency Specialist to join our team.

Are you an effective communicator who can build and maintain positive relationships with foster families to help children find permanent, loving homes? Do you have a strong work ethic and a passion for making a difference? If yes, this role may be perfect for you!

Compensation & Benefits
Pay: $21.60 - $23.00 per hour
Medical, dental, life insurance, AD& D insurance
Flexible time off and holiday pay
Employee Assistance Program
403(b) retirement plan with 4% organization contribution after 6 months
Agency qualifies for Student Loan Forgiveness
About Boys & Girls Aid
Founded in 1885, our mission is to ensure every child in foster care grows up in a family. We teach and model healthy environments, invest in relationships, and create opportunities for children. As part of our team, you will promote social justice for youth in foster care, juvenile justice, or experiencing homelessness.

We value our employees through open communication, transparency, and honesty. In addition to competitive pay and benefits, we offer a healthy work-life balance.

What You'll Do
Use individualized recruitment strategies to find permanent families for children in foster care.
Partner with Oregon Department of Human Services (ODHS) to review case records and identify potential family connections.
Build relationships with children and collaborate with ODHS caseworkers to prepare for adoption.
Develop recruitment plans tailored to each child's background and needs.
Maintain confidentiality and manage multiple priorities effectively.
What We're Looking For
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in a relevant field plus 5 years of experience in social work, counseling, or psychology, OR
Equivalent combination of education and experience.
Valid driver's license and good driving record.
Ready to Join Our Team?

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Note: This job description represents major position requirements and is not intended to be all-inclusive.

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Job Classification: Social and Human Service Assistants
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employment outlooks, skills, training programs, related occupations, and more. Driver License Information Required: Non-Commercial Drivers License Compensation Salary: $21.60 to $23.00 perHour Benefits Offered: Medical, Dental, Vacation, Life Insurance, Retirement Additional Benefit Information: Medical, Dental, Vision, 403b, Life Insurance, FTO, Health Pay, EAP Job Requirements Experience Required: At least 5 years Education Required: Bachelors Minimum Age: N/A Gender: N/A