Social Services Worker II

Job Summary
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate caseworker to join our team. In this vital role, you will provide support and intervention services to individuals and families facing complex social challenges. This position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those in need while working within a collaborative and supportive environment. Flexible hours and a hybrid work schedule (after the probationary period ) make this position great for those with families!

Duties

• Investigate claims of abuse and neglect of children and families
• Maintain caseload of families that have been determined to require the protective assistance of the agency
• Take initial complaints and make contact with the family
• Interview families and children to determine validity of allegations and complete safety and risk assessments
• Testify in court hearings
• Coordinates services and make referrals to community resources
• Transports children and families; travels to foster homes, group homes, and residential facilities as needed
• Serve as an on-call worker in rotation for after hours needs
• See full position description in posting at www.co.wyandot.oh.us/349/Job-Openings

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, sociology or a related field (i.e. criminal justice, education, or communications) OR
• Associates degree in human services related studies
• Ability to obtain a Bachelor's degree no later than 5 years after the start of employment with the agency.
• Been employed for at least 5 years in a human service related occupation.
• Valid Ohio driver’s license is required.Please submit resumes and cover letters to [email protected] or mail to Wyandot County JFS, Attn: Megan Rowe, Assistant Director, 120 East Johnson Street, Upper Sandusky, Ohio 43351.

Benefits

• 12 paid holidays
• Sick, Vacation, and Personal Time
• Access to County Vehicles for Work Purposes
• Hybrid schedule upon completion of probationary period
• OPERS Retirement
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Insurance
• Flexible Schedule for a health work/life balance
• Access to Free CEUs and other licensure credits as applicable

Pay: $20.67 - $28.48 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Prescription drug insurance
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Upper Sandusky, OH 43351