Job Summary
New Mercy Outreach is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Social Worker/Caseworker to support children, foster families, and biological families within our community. We are a faith-based organization committed to demonstrating God’s mercy every day in every way.
The ideal candidate is passionate about advocating for children, building strong relationships with families, and helping youth thrive through support, guidance, and community resources. This position involves working closely with foster youth and families to assess needs, provide ongoing support, coordinate services, and help ensure safe and stable placements.
At New Mercy Outreach, we value teamwork, flexibility, compassion, integrity, and creating a supportive environment for both the families we serve and our staff.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Conduct assessments to identify the needs and strengths of children and families.
- Provide support, advocacy, crisis intervention, and conflict management as needed.
- Develop and implement individualized service plans based on client needs and assessments.
- Conduct monthly home visits and maintain ongoing communication with foster families and youth.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including educators, healthcare providers, therapists, and county agencies.
- Advocate for children and families involved in child protective services and family support systems.
- Assist families in accessing community resources and supportive services.
- Monitor client progress and adjust intervention strategies as appropriate.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation, case notes, and agency records.
- Participate in on-call rotation and provide support during urgent situations when necessary.
- Represent New Mercy Outreach professionally within the community and with partnering agencies.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or related human services field required.
- Current Ohio LSW required.
- Experience working with children and families preferred.
- Knowledge of child welfare and foster care systems preferred.
- Strong communication and organizational skills.
- Ability to manage documentation and maintain compliance requirements.
- Ability to work independently while also functioning as part of a supportive team.
- Compassionate, dependable, and mission-driven approach to serving families.
- Valid driver’s license required.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Retirement plan
- Paid time off
- Flexible schedule
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Supportive team environment
- Opportunities for professional growth and development
- One hybrid documentation/work-from-home day per week (based on performance and agency needs)
- Company vehicles provided for transportation related to work duties
- Mileage reimbursement available when personal vehicle use is necessary
Schedule
- Full-time
- Monday to Friday
- Day shift
- On-call rotation as needed
- Flexible scheduling available
- Hybrid documentation day available weekly
Additional Requirements
- Ability to travel locally for home visits, appointments, court hearings, and meetings.
- Work location includes in-office, community-based services, and hybrid documentation/work-from-home scheduling.
Why Join New Mercy Outreach?
At New Mercy Outreach, you are more than an employee — you are part of a mission-driven team working to strengthen children and families throughout our community. We strive to create a supportive, family-oriented workplace where staff are valued, encouraged, and empowered to make a meaningful difference every day.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $43,000.00 - $50,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- On call
Education:
License/Certification:
Ability to Commute:
Ability to Relocate:
- Mansfield, OH: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Willingness to travel:
Work Location: In person
