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.
