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12/10/2018
Jackson County Social Services Worker 2
Jackson CDJFS
Child Protective Caseworker (Social Services Worker 2)
Job Description:
The Jackson County Department of Job and Family Services – Child Protective Services team is committed to the safety and well-being of children.
The team is looking for highly-motivated, compassionate and detail-oriented individuals that are up to the challenge of building safe and stable living settings for children and families. Individuals should have a passion and drive for promoting family accountability that strengthens family bonds, parental engagement and enhances child well-being.
Primary Duties & Responsibilities (include, but are not limited to):
Maintains ongoing protective services caseload; Provides supportive counseling to children and families; Conducts case management services for clients with challenges such as family adjustments, employment, food, clothing, housing and physical, mental or behavioral impairments; Provides on call, 24-hour emergency intake of case referrals; Secures information such as medical, psychological and social factors contributing to family conditions; Coordinates/collaborates with mental/behavioral health care providers, schools, law enforcement and family support professionals to align and deliver supportive services.
Advantages of working for Jackson County Job and Family Services:
- Health Care Benefits – Medical, Dental, Rx and Vision
- Educational Supplement
- Life Insurance Options
- 13 Paid Holidays
- 2 Weeks of Paid Vacation after just one year!
- Agency picks up your Ohio Public Employee Retirement System (OPERS) contribution
- Longevity Pay (according to length of service)
Qualifications:
Successful applicants must have strong written and verbal communication skills, thrive in a fast-paced environment and value the diversity of the Appalachian community. Interested applicants should have a bachelor’s degree in social work or related degree (Psychology, Sociology, Criminal Justice) or a master’s degree in social work or related degree. All positions are subject to a criminal background, fingerprinting, employment verification and motor vehicle report check.
Application Details:
Interested applicants should complete an Ohio Civil Service application and attach a resume and cover letter and submit to Tracy Hughes, HR/TM Administrator, by 4:00 PM, Thursday, December 20, 2018.
Jackson County JFS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, religion, age, disability or military status in employment or the provision of services.
