Social Services Worker 2
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Per Section 5153.112 of the Ohio Revised Code, applicants of a Public Children Services unit must have one of the following:
1. A bachelor’s degree in human services-related studies, or
2. A bachelor’s degree in any field and have been employed for at least two years in a human services occupation, or
3. An associate’s degree in human services-related studies, or
4. Been employed for at least five years in a human service-related occupation.
For employment to continue, a person described in Option 2, 3, or 4 above must obtain a job-related bachelor’s degree not later than five years after the date employment with the agency commences.
In addition, applicant must have valid driver’s license, acceptable driving record and must pass a criminal background and SACWIS check.
Meeting minimum qualifications will not necessarily guarantee the applicant an interview for the position. Documented experience, training and education which relate to the stated job duties will be helpful in the event additional screening of applicants is required.
JOB DUTIES
This is a full-time classified civil service position in our Child and Adult Protective Services Division.
We are a rural county with manageable case loads and a flexible work schedule, with the possibility for some remote work. Generous pay and benefits, including student loan reimbursement and medical, vision, dental, hearing, and life insurance.
The primary purpose of this position is to maintain a caseload of children/families previously determined to require the protective assistance services of the agency (i.e., ongoing cases) and/or investigate claims of abuse and neglect of children (i.e., intake cases). Prepares cases for court and participates in legal action as needed. Meets procedural deadlines governing the management of social services cases set by the State of Ohio and ensures that documentation is complete and accurate. Serves as on-call social services worker. This position is considered a “stand-by” position.
*A complete position description will be available if/when interview is scheduled.
To apply for this position, please send a resume and cover letter to Jeffrey M. Ginsburg, Personnel Director, Holmes County DJFS, at Jeffrey.Ginsburg@jfs.ohio.gov