Ongoing Caseworker

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Under general supervision, plan and provide services for children and families, for both in-home and placement cases. Interact with Children Services staff, law enforcement, prosecutors office, courts, caregivers, and other community service providers. Prepare and maintain case records as required by law. Perform other related duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Any combination of training and work experience which indicates possession of the skills, knowledge and abilities necessary to perform job responsibilities. The minimum qualifications for this position are: a Bachelor's degree in Social Work or a closely related field. Strong written and verbal communication skills as well as adherence to detail.

LICENSURE AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Valid Ohio Driver's License and Dependable Transportation
• 102 hours of Core Child Welfare training in the first year of employment

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Provide case management/protective services to children and families both in-home and with families where our agency has the child in custody (includes transportation of children).
• Establish working relationships with families to identify problems and goals.
• Assess safety of children using the Safety Assessment document.
• Develop case plans consistent with statutory requirements which address identified problems by means of measurable, observable objectives and appropriate services.
• Coordinate services with community and area service providers.
• Assist families in accessing services, including information and referrals, reasonable transportation.
• Monitor and assess progress in achievement of case plan goals; amend case plans as necessary and required by statue and rule.
• Consult with the Prosecutors Office regarding Juvenile Court intervention.
• File complaints in Juvenile Court; prepare for hearings, testify; submit case plans and amendments, reports, and recommendations as required.
• Prepare for and participate in mandatory case reviews for all families.
• Conduct and prepare reports of home investigations ordered by Juvenile Court.
• Conduct and prepare interstate and intrastate home evaluations for purposes of placement and/or provision of supportive services; may also include courtesy supervision.
• Conduct investigations of alleged abuse/neglect in already open cases.
• Demonstrate a regular and predictable attendance.
• Follow all safety and health practices of the Warren County Board of County Commissioners.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Submit required forms (timesheets, mileage according to agency policy).
• Maintain accurate and factual case records with documentation required by law.
• Complete individual supervision with Protective Services Supervisor as arranged.
• Attend unit meetings and agency staff meetings as scheduled.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $23.06 - $26.84 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person