Social Services Worker II-Child Protective Services - Fayette Co Oh : Job Details

Job OpportunitiesUse the Government Jobs tab to search through your municipality's employment opportunities. Subscribe to job posting notifications to be automatically alerted of the latest career opportunities by clicking on the Notify Me button.Featured job listings display on the top of all job listings and are designed to stand out from the others.Social Services Worker II-Child Protective ServicesOBJECTIVE: Individual serves the public through effective implementation of federal/state regulations; Provides a wide range of casework services to children and families.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:Receiving, documenting, and screening allegations of child abuse/neglect.Investigation and/or assessment of child abuse/neglect referrals.Maintenance of a caseload of families/children who require protective assistance.Provision of adoption and post adoption services to children and families.This position requires extensive travel.Additional duties required based on functional job description include receiving and documenting allegations of child abuse/neglect and sharing with teammates in 24/7 on-call rotation.The employee must possess the skills and ability to cope with diverse environments, health hazards, and personal safety issues, including aggressive behaviors.QualificationsMinimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Social Work or related human services field. Must be able to read, write, speak and understand the English language.LICENSURE OR CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: Must possess a valid Ohio driver's license and maintain insurability under the County's vehicle insurance policy. Employee will be responsible to drive own motor vehicle and may be required to travel, within and/or beyond the county or state limits. Any offer of employment is subject to background investigation including, but not limited to, prior or current employment, criminal background checks, fingerprinting, and Child Welfare history checks.Special RequirementsQualified applicants should submit their cover letter and resume to: Human Resources. Carla Melvin, PHR carla.melvin@FRINGE BENEFITS:Flexible work hours offered depending on agency needsMedical, dental, and vision available for employee, spouse, and familyEmployee assistance program provided to employees and their householdsWellness program for employees and spouses enrolled in a medical insurance planPaid sick leave, if earned leave is availablePaid vacation after 1 year of service or with 1 year of prior countable serviceOhio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS)Deferred compensation plans availableEmployee Relations CommitteeGym Membership DiscountsTraining OpportunitiesCategory: HRStatus: OpenFull Time PositionSalary:Department/Division: Job and Family Services-Social ServicesCore Hours: Monday-Friday 7:00-5:30, non-traditional work hours and on call rotationSalary Range: Pay Range 8 $20.87-$26.05Posted: February 22, 2024Closing: Open Until Filled#J-18808-Ljbffr