[Comm-partners] Tuesday Tibits- Employment & Training Resources

Tue Jan 27 13:22:15 PST 2026

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Tuesday Tidbits are short, specific info bites you can use and share to increase collective knowledge of Lane County's wide-ranging community resource landscape.
Below you will find local Employment and Training resources for prospective employees to learn specific skills and information that will help them obtain a job and/or perform well in their jobs.
As always, ODHS staff please visit and bookmark the D5 Community Resources OWL page<https://dhsoha.sharepoint.com/teams/Hub-ODHS-District5/SitePages/Community-Resources.aspx> for resources, flier library and more.

Questions, requests, feedback? Send it our way – D5 Communications D5Communications at odhsoha.oregon.gov<mailto:D5Communications at odhsoha.oregon.gov>

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

[cid:image004.png at 01DC8F8F.F12DACF0]Plaza Employment Opportunities

*Education Program Coordinator
32 hrs/week in Springfield & Eugene, OR
Application Deadline: Open until filled, application review begins January 23rd
For detailed job description or to apply visit the link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Ee4R1M-1WMS8E7SfMLCz8INs7NuEu1ZV/view

*Garden Program Assistant
40 hrs/week in Springfield & Eugene, OR , occasionally Cottage Grove, OR.
For detailed job description or to apply visit the link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1MFgt1zjtxKfjkLyXL0oPpY1Wm8jmvFfx/view

[Special update: ODHS announces federal changes to SNAP and impacts of ...]Oregon Department of Human Services Employment Opportunities
4 different positions are offered in District 5 Lane County area

Child Protective Services Opportunities

*Social Services Specialist 1 /CPS & Perm positions
REQ-193980
An SSS1 performs the work of either a Child Protective Services (CPS) Worker, or a Permanency Worker.
These full-time positions will be located in
beautiful Eugene/Springfield, Oregon.
Please consider joining our team!

The posting will close on January 27, 2026.
Feel free to share this opportunity with your community partners and any other groups or individuals who may be interested.

Follow a link to view the job posting:

External candidate application link: Eugene--DHS—Chad Avenue/Social-Service-Specialist-1---Child-Protective-Services--CPS--and-Permanency-Multiple-Positions-Eugene-and-Springfield_REQ-193980<https://oregon.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/SOR_External_Career_Site/job/Eugene--DHS--11th-Avenue/Social-Service-Specialist-1---Child-Protective-Services--CPS--and-Permanency-Multiple-Positions-Eugene-and-Springfield_REQ-193980>

Internal candidate application link (Current state of Oregon employees): https://wd5.myworkday.com/oregon/d/inst/15$392530/9925$222954.htmld

– OR – In Workday, go to your JOBS HUB application, click on the ‘Search’ icon (in left-hand column), then type into the search bar REQ-193980

Internal candidates must apply through their WORKDAY account to streamline the hiring process, should they get the position. This includes TEMPORARY EMPLOYEES!
PLEASE NOTE: Submitting an application for this job posting, REQ-193980 position title: SSS1, makes you eligible for the positions specific to this job posting ONLY. You are welcome and encouraged to apply for any additional job postings, even if they are for the same position title.

*Social Services Specialist 1 /CPS & Perm positions
Bilingual Required (Spanish/English)
REQ-191487
Child Welfare is seeking Bilingual (Spanish/English) candidates to fill multiple Social Service Specialist 1 positions in Eugene/Springfield!  In this role, you will work directly with families with whom you will be able to share and celebrate successes.  Come join us in doing this important work! If you're looking to make a difference and this sounds intriguing, an SSS1 position may be for you! An SSS1 performs the work of either a Child Protective Services (CPS) Worker, or a Permanency Worker. The majority of the vacancies are CPS.
These full-time positions will be located in
beautiful Eugene/Springfield, Oregon.
Please consider joining our team!

The posting will close on February 3, 2026.
Feel free to share this opportunity with your community partners and any other groups or individuals who may be interested.

Follow a link to view the job posting:

External candidate application link: Eugene--DHS--Chad-Drive/Social-Service-Specialist-1-Child-Protective-Services--CPS--Worker-or-Permanency-Worker-Bilingual-English-Spanish-Required_REQ-191487<https://oregon.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/SOR_External_Career_Site/job/Eugene--DHS--Chad-Drive/Social-Service-Specialist-1-Child-Protective-Services--CPS--Worker-or-Permanency-Worker-Bilingual-English-Spanish-Required_REQ-191487>

Internal candidate application link (Current state of Oregon employees): Eugene--DHS--Chad-Drive/Social-Service-Specialist-1-Child-Protective-Services--CPS--Worker-or-Permanency-Worker-Bilingual-English-Spanish-Required_REQ-191487<https://oregon.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/SOR_External_Career_Site/job/Eugene--DHS--Chad-Drive/Social-Service-Specialist-1-Child-Protective-Services--CPS--Worker-or-Permanency-Worker-Bilingual-English-Spanish-Required_REQ-191487>

– OR – In Workday, go to your JOBS HUB application, click on the ‘Search’ icon (in left-hand column), then type into the search bar REQ-191487

Internal candidates must apply through their WORKDAY account to streamline the hiring process, should they get the position. This includes TEMPORARY EMPLOYEES!
PLEASE NOTE: Submitting an application for this job posting, REQ-191487 position title: SSS1, makes you eligible for the positions specific to this job posting ONLY. You are welcome and encouraged to apply for any additional job postings, even if they are for the same position title.

Self Sufficiency Program Employment Opportunities

*Administrative Specialist 2 (Business Operations Specialist)
REQ-193393

It is important to note that to be considered for this job, you are required to include cover letter in your application.

This full-time Store Front Office position will be located in beautiful Cottage Grove, Oregon. This opportunity has been posted on the State of Oregon website.
The posting will close on 01/29/2026.

Please consider joining our team!
Feel free to share this opportunity with your community partners and any other groups or individuals who may be interested.

To view/apply for this recruitment -
INTERNAL EMPLOYEES: https://wd5.myworkday.com/oregon/d/inst/15$392530/9925$223084.htmld
In Workday, go to your JOBS HUB application, click on the ‘Search’ icon (in left-hand column), then type into the search bar REQ-193393
This includes TEMPORARY EMPLOYEES! While they are not considered internal, they must apply through their WORKDAY account to streamline the hiring process, should they get the position.

PLEASE NOTE:
Submitting an application for this job posting, REQ-193393 position title: AS2, makes you eligible for the position specific to this job posting ONLY. You are welcome and encouraged to apply for any additional job postings, even if they are for the same position title.

*Public Benefits Specialist - Entry
REQ-194134

This full-time Store Front Office position will be located in beautiful Florence, Oregon. This opportunity has been posted on the State of Oregon website.
The posting will close on 01/29/2026.

Please consider joining our team!
Feel free to share this opportunity with your community partners and any other groups or individuals who may be interested.

To view/apply for this recruitment -
INTERNAL EMPLOYEES: https://wd5.myworkday.com/oregon/d/inst/15$392530/9925$223095.htmld
In Workday, go to your JOBS HUB application, click on the ‘Search’ icon (in left-hand column), then type into the search bar REQ-194134
This includes TEMPORARY EMPLOYEES! While they are not considered internal, they must apply through their WORKDAY account to streamline the hiring process, should they get the position.

NOT CURRENTLY A STATE EMPLOYEE: Florence--DHS/Public-Benefits-Specialist-Entry_REQ-194134

– OR – Go to State of Oregon Job Opportunities website, click on “Look for jobs-external applicants,” and type into the search bar REQ-194134

PLEASE NOTE:
Submitting an application for this job posting, REQ-194134 position title: PBS-E, makes you eligible for the position(s) specific to this job posting ONLY. You are welcome and encouraged to apply for any additional job postings, even if they are for the same position title.

TRAINING RESOURCES

[cid:image020.png at 01DC8F8F.F12DACF0]Community Health Worker Core Training
The Benton County Health Services Community Health Worker (CHW) Training HUB, in collaboration with the State Health Improvement Plan (SHIP), is pleased to offer scholarships for 24 participants to attend the Spring 2026 CHW Core Training.
The training will run from March 17 through April 23, 2026. Through SHIP funding, the full cost of training will be covered for 24 individuals selected through a first-come, first-served, selective application process.

We are especially seeking applicants from the following regions:

  *   Central Oregon
  *   Eastern Oregon
  *   The Gorge
  *   Southern Oregon
  *   Oregon Coast.
If you are located in the Portland or Willamette regions, we encourage you to apply as well.

Benton County CHW Core Training Details
Description:
This training includes 85.25 hours of OHA-approved Core Curriculum, including the required Oral Health component for CHW certification through the Oregon Health Authority, plus 5.5 hours of homework. Training is virtual.
Training Dates and Format:

  *   March 17 – April 23, 2026 (6 weeks)
  *   Sessions held every Tuesday and Thursday, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  *   Please note: During Week 6, sessions will be held on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday
*Schedule subject to change

Registration Information:
Applications will open on January 14 at 5:00 p.m. and will close on January 28 at 5:00 p.m., or once 60 applications have been received.
We encourage you to share this opportunity within your networks, particularly with individuals in the regions noted above.
Thank you for your continued partnership and support.

Link to apply to the training: https://forms.office.com/g/1GtzMFGp0i.

[cid:image021.png at 01DC8F8F.F12DACF0]2026 Career Expo Events — an incredible opportunity for high school juniors and seniors to explore hands-on careers in civil construction.

Students will experience real-world equipment operation, leadership and communication projects, and career exploration activities that showcase the many paths available in the construction trades.

🗓 Event Dates:
February 26 • March 12 • April 16 • May 6–7
🕥 Time: 10:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. (Lunch provided)
📍 Location: Knife River Training Center
🎟 Registration:

Participation has first come, first served, limited to 20 students per high school.

Register now ➡️ https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=3uT6u8bizUOOc7u8_zvzOrU49ML1wMlHvTLauF93J4xUNkZaUU5WOFVaRFAxMzZXODM4RlFZUzhCMi4u

See the link for flier and more details https://www.instagram.com/p/DQCrmAbD__N/

Ready & Prepared Workshop Series

[National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) - Opportunity Starts at Home]<https://namilane.org/>NAMI Lane County is hosting a training to become a mental health advocate & leader
Facilitators lead support groups and classes and support individuals living with a mental health condition and/or family and friends with a loved one living with mental health conditions.

Training dates: January 31st & February 1st via ZOOM
Call 541-343-7688 or email events at namilane.org<mailto:events at namilane.org>  for more details or to register
Link to flier: https://www.instagram.com/p/DSTaOnFjRmc/

[cid:image014.png at 01DC8EA0.54E4BAE0]Lane Council Of Governments LCOG-Volunteer Opportunities!
Volunteer opportunities for SNAP recipient between the ages of 18 and 64 with Able-Bodied Adult Without Dependents (ABAWD) status and need to meet new SNAP work requirements, LCOG has volunteer opportunities that count towards required hours!

-Opportunities available across Lane County
-Must be age 18+
-Background check required

Fill out our online interest form today to get started: https://bit.ly/3I8T7eP

[cid:image023.png at 01DC8F8F.F12DACF0]Small Business Workshops
Learn about Developing a Business Plan, which is crucial to starting and managing a business successfully. workshops presented in partnership with Key bank educators.

Workshops are the 2nd Thursday of each month through May at the Downtown Library:
- Feb. 12: How to Get Credit
- March 12: How to Use Credit
- April 9: Financial Statements
- May 14: Financial Emergencies

For more information or Library events, visit the link: https://www.eugene-or.gov/Calendar.aspx?EID=35440

[Eugene, Oregon ...]PLAZA DE NUESTRA COMUNIDAD CLASSES- Adult Education for Latinx Community

*English as a Second Language
*Bilingual Computer skills
*US Citizenship Exam Preparation
*Oregon Drivers License Written exam Preparation

See calendar for event schedules https://drive.google.com/file/d/1SuY_Azmwvcu9y6eZCm-tDu05690m3yht/view

For more information or to register, call (541)686-8483 or See the link:
English:https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdQ2fwO2E0DacTRoA9hLYdRkUuRvbdIwFig07BndLqHX1OvkA/viewform
Spanish:https://plazacomunidad.org/programs/language-literacy/additional-class-information

PLAZA DE NUESTRA COMUNIDAD- Business Program for Latinx entrepreneurs
A 12-week (36 hours) class with a curriculum specifically designed to help entrepreneurs learn the essentials of starting a business and graduate with a completed business plan. Our goal is to provide entrepreneurs the best possible chance of success by giving them the knowledge they need to succeed. Each client graduates with a completed business plan.
Topics covered include:

  *   Basic financial literacy
  *   Market research
  *   Business accounting
  *   Marketing and branding
  *   Legal incorporation and business structures
  *   Increasing profit margins
  *   Business administration
  *   and more…

Visit the website to learn more and get started
English: https://plazacomunidad.org/programs/business
Spanish: https://plazacomunidad.org/programs/business

Community Partners interested in subscribing to this email distribution list, please visit https://omls.oregon.gov/mailman/listinfo/comm-partners to register.

Ashley Holding She/Her/Hers
D5 Program Analyst/Community Partnership Coordinator
Oregon Department of Human Services
Self Sufficiency Program (SSP)
101 30th St, Springfield, OR 97478
Call or Text: 971-388-9077

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