When the Department of Human Services or an approved child-caring agency has the right to consent to the adoption of a child, the department or agency may:

(1) If it deems the action necessary or proper, become a party to any proceeding for the adoption of the child.

(2) Appear in court where a proceeding for the adoption of the child is pending.

(3) Give or withhold consent in loco parentis to the adoption of the child only in accordance with ORS § 109.325. [1957 c.710 § 14; 1971 c.401 § 6; 2005 c.22 § 90]