Ongoing Caseworker

Ongoing Caseworker 

Responsibilities include:

• Provide case management services to an assigned caseload of families for up two years. Assess each child and family’s strengths, needs, goals, and objectives, involving the family in creating a written case plan. Maintain regular contact through home visits and provide supportive services.

• Collaborate with service providers during case planning and throughout case progression.

• Complete all required paperwork and documentation promptly and in accordance with agency policies and procedures.

• Prepare for and attend court hearings; provide testimony as needed.
• Complete timely transfers of cases between units, including required paperwork and joint home visits with receiving case workers.

• Present yourself professionally to agency staff, clients, and the community; support teamwork and uphold the agency’s mission, values, and goals.

• Travel throughout Ohio—and occasionally out of state—using agency-provided vehicles.

• Maintain confidentiality of case and agency information, following state and agency policies and procedures. 

• Demonstrate regular and predictable attendance.

Qualifications and Skills: 

• Bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, sociology, education or a related human services field.

• Clean criminal background check and valid driver’s license with a good driving record. 

• Ability to establish trust, rapport, and ethical boundaries with diverse populations. 

• Excellent writing and documentation skills. 
• Sound judgment and decision-making abilities. 
• Ability to work independently and follow written/verbal instructions. 
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage time effectively and meet deadlines. 

• Compassionate, empathetic, and capable of handling high-stress situations. 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook. 

Fringe Benefits and Innovations: 

• Competitive salary (based on experience and education) 
• Agency vehicles for travel 
• Agency cell phone
• Work-from-home opportunities 
• Modified flexible work schedule 
• Optional 4-day, 10-hour workweek (4/10 schedule) 
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage 
• Paid sick leave and vacation time 
• OPERS retirement plan 
• Optional deferred compensation plan 

Applicants should email their resume to Stephanie McClain at stephanie.mclain@jfs.ohio.gov

By Friday, August 7, 2026.