Union County Human Services Children Services Caseworker ll

Under general supervision of the Children Services Supervisor, Deputy Director or Director provides casework and case management services to abused, neglected and dependent children and their families; provides supportive services to children and their families; evaluates the needs of children and families; recommends appropriate action and testifies on behalf of children; prepares and compiles documentation used in agency record-keeping and court hearings; completes assessments for Adult Protective Services (APS) as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

An example of acceptable qualifications: Possession of a Bachelor's Degree in one of the following or related fields: public administration, human services, psychology, criminology, human resources, social work, or education. Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills.

LICENSURE OR CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:  Must possess a valid Ohio driver's license and maintain insurability under the County's vehicle insurance policy.

EQUIPMENT OPERATED: The following are examples only and are not intended to be all inclusive:

Motor vehicle, personal computer, laptop, iPad, applicable computer software, office phone system, printer, copy machine, fax machine, and other standard business office equipment.

INHERENTLY HAZARDOUS OR PHYSICALLY DEMANDING WORKING CONDITIONS: The employee has exposure to chemical compounds found in an office environment (e.g., toner, correction fluid, etc.); is exposed to possible injury due to unclean or unsanitary conditions; has contact with potentially violent or emotionally distraught persons; has exposure to hazardous driving conditions; has exposure to potentially vicious animals; has exposure to bed bugs, lice, scabies and other insects; works in or around crowds; ascends and/or descends ladders, stairs, or scaffolds; has to work irregular hours.

Note:  In accordance with the U.S. Department of Labor physical demands strength ratings, this is considered sedentary work.