Social Services Worker 2 - Child Protective Services Division / Ross Ongoing
Probationary Hourly Rate: $20.00
(1-Year Probationary Period)
Mid-Probationary Hourly Rate: $21.08
Post Probationary Hourly Rate: $22.22
Pay Range: $20.00-$28.35
Internal Applicants: Refer to the compensation policy.
External Applicants: Pay is negotiable based on like work experience and education.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Provides ongoing protective casework services to children & families to maintain stability in the family unit within guidelines & time frames specified by federal, state & local laws (i.e., interviews children & families, school staff & general public in office or field; provides counseling & referrals; handles sensitive inquiries & contacts from families, customers & general public; transports customers when needed; monitors families & visitations; develops, reviews, revises & implements customer service plans including requirements of regulatory bodies; coordinates schedules & attends meetings with & cooperates with other agencies (e.g., schools, law enforcement etc.); coordinates community resources & services after determining need through assessment; conducts home management program including on-site as necessary (e.g., teaching family life skills & other specialized services); provides emotional support & nurturance to customers; supervises assigned cases).
Consults with Prosecutor as necessary to gain legal counsel regarding case matters. Compiles social histories & diagnostic reports for agency & court related to provision of agency protective services. Attends court hearings as subpoenaed or assigned (i.e., provides court documents in a timely manner as ordered or requested; testifies regarding family progress in case plan; makes recommendations for reunification & on other matters pertinent to case; keeps Prosecutor properly informed & cooperates with them to ensure accurate & complete testimony & court documents are provided). Prepares & completes reports, correspondence, case records, etc. Maintains files & records both written and electronic. Receives & investigates complaints of child abuse & neglect, dependency, or exploitation; provides diagnostic & crisis intervention services: determines need & eligibility for service & intervention; monitors home conditions & testifies in court regarding facts of case.
Must be available for assignment in the on-call schedule rotation to provide 24-hour emergency services (e.g., on weekends, holidays, after business hours); attends & participates in evening appointments & meetings.
Remains informed of current procedures pertinent to duties; participates in staff development activities; attends meetings, training & conferences as assigned by director or designee to meet & maintain agency, state & federal training standards or mandates.
Exhibits regular & predictable attendance.
NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Any other duties as assigned by Supervisor or Director.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS FOR CHILDREN SERVICES CASEWORKER POSITIONS:
Per Section 5153.112 of the Ohio Revised Code, applicants of a Public Children Services unit must have one of the following:
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A bachelor’s degree in human services-related studies, or
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A bachelor’s degree in any field and have been employed for at least two years in a human services occupation, or
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An associate’s degree in human services-related studies, or
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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 of employment with the agency commences.
NOTE: All liability and responsibility for determining “human services-related studies” or “human services-related occupation” rests with the employing agency.
Per Section 5153.122 of the Ohio Revised Code, each PCSA caseworker hired after January 1, 2007, shall complete in-service training during the first year of the caseworker's continuous employment as a PCSA caseworker, except that the executive director of the public children services agency may waive the training requirement for a school of social work graduate who participated in the university partnership program described in division (E) of section 5180.42 of the Revised Code and as provided in section 5153.124 of the Revised Code. The training shall consist of courses in all of the following:
(A) Recognizing, accepting reports of, and preventing child abuse, neglect, and dependency;
(B) Assessing child safety;
(C) Assessing risks;
(D) Interviewing persons;
(E) Investigating cases;
(F) Intervening;
(G) Providing services to children and their families;
(H) The importance of and need for accurate data;
(I) Preparation for court;
(J) Maintenance of case record information;
(K) The legal duties of PCSA caseworkers to protect the constitutional and statutory rights of children and families from the initial time of contact during investigation through treatment, including instruction regarding parents' rights and the limitations that the Fourth Amendment to the United States Constitution places upon caseworkers and their investigations;
(L) Content on other topics relevant to child abuse, neglect, and dependency, including permanency strategies, concurrent planning, and adoption as an option for unintended pregnancies.
After a PCSA caseworker's first year of continuous employment as a PCSA caseworker, the caseworker annually shall complete thirty-six hours of training in areas relevant to the caseworker's assigned duties.
During the first two years of continuous employment as a PCSA caseworker, each PCSA caseworker shall complete training in recognizing the signs of domestic violence and its relationship to child abuse as established in rules the director of children and youth shall adopt pursuant to Chapter 119. of the Revised Code.
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The applicant must have a valid Ohio driver’s license, required auto insurance, and an acceptable motor vehicle report.
Background checks consistent with requirements in OAC 5101:2-5-09 must be completed at employment and every five years following, including but not limited to the following systems:
- State Automated Child Welfare Information System (SACWIS)
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Ohio Bureau of Criminal Identification Investigation (BCI) / FBI
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Local Law Enforcement
SCOJFS is seeking qualified individuals who are interested in making a positive impact for children and families in the communities of Hocking, Ross and Vinton Counties. Please consider joining our team!
In addition to a rewarding career, the agency offers a full benefits package.
SCOJFS Benefits:
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Competitive Pay
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Opportunities for career advancement within a broad range of service areas
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Paid Holidays
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Paid Bereavement, Personal, Sick and Vacation Time Off
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Group Health Insurance plans, with optional dental and vision coverage available
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Wellness Program and Incentives
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Optional Flexible Health Spending Account
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Employer paid Employee Assistance Program
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Employer paid $10,000 life insurance policy
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Additional Supplemental Life Insurance Options
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Eligible Employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)
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Enrollment in the Ohio Public Employees Retirement System
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Options to enroll in one or both of the available Deferred Compensation Plans
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Flexible schedules are available to most positions
Applicants are required to complete the online application on the SCOJFS career page. Please visit our website at scojfs.org to learn more. (Job opportunities are listed under Administration/About SCOJFS.)
You may click on the link below to apply now!
SCOJFS Job Opportunities
SCOJFS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please contact the SCOJFS Human Resources Department at 740-772-7630 or [email protected].
