Social Worker 1

Job Description

• Social Worker 1 (260002GI) Social Worker 1 (260002GI)

Organization:

 Developmental Disabilities

• Tiffin Developmental Center

Agency Contact Name and Information:

 Holly Martin

• holly.

martin@dodd.ohio.gov

Unposting Date:

 Ongoing

Work Location:

 Tiffin Developmental Center 600 North River Road Tiffin 44883

Primary Location:

 

United States of America-OHIO-Seneca County Compensation:

 26.68

• 33.

35

Schedule:

 Full-time

Work Hours:

 8:00am-4:30pm (bi-wkly late night rounds)

Classified Indicator:

 Classified

Union:

 1199

Primary Job Skill:

 Mental Health

Technical Skills:

 Regulatory Compliance, Health Administration, Human Services, Mental Health, Client Advocacy

Professional Skills:

 Building Trust, Establishing Relationships, Listening, Responsiveness, Teamwork Agency OverviewAbout the Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities (DODD)Tiffin Developmental Center (TDC)

Mission:

DODD will partner with people and communities to support Ohioans with developmental disabilities and their families in realizing their version of a good life.

Vision:

Ohio is the heart of opportunity, and we envision Ohio as the best place in the nation for people with developmental disabilities to thrive.

Values:

Our core values reflect our focus on the experience of each person we support: Inclusion

• We create environments, programs, and processes that value those we support and encourage participation. Partnership
• We work together to build essential connections that support innovative options and reflect the needs and wants of people with developmental disabilities. Respect
• We are kind and empathetic, honor the choices and wishes of those we support and their families, and conduct our work ethically and sustainably.

About TDC:

Tiffin Developmental Center is a residential facility located in Northwest Ohio. We support youth aged 10-17 and adults with developmental disabilities. Our large rural campus provides opportunities for residents to be active and engaged as part of the community. Direct care staff and nurses provide 24/7 support to individuals who call TDC home. We focus on stabilization and support so individuals can integrate into environments that best meet their personal wants and needs. Job Duties Key Responsibilities Utilizes trauma-informed care principles in all interactions with residents, families, and staff. Educates residents and families on trauma-informed care practices, self-advocacy, and client rights. Facilitates communication between interdisciplinary team members, residents, and families to support coordinated service delivery. Reviews and obtains necessary consents for services and treatment, ensuring informed decision-making and compliance with regulatory standards. Maintains necessary data and documentation to satisfy requirements of federal, state, and local agencies. Prepares data requiring social histories, admission and discharge summaries, court documents, and completes forms required by law or departmental policy. Assists with admission and discharge processes to ensure smooth transitions, continuity of care and support for integration into the least restrictive environment. Ensures all documentation meets Medicaid, CMS, DODD, and ICF regulatory standards. Demonstrates competency in behavior supports and client rights, ensuring services align with person-centered and rights-based practices. Provides psychosocial support during incidents, collaborates in investigative processes as appropriate, and ensures resident advocacy during Major Unusual Incidents (MUIs). Provides routine on-the-floor support to staff and residents to ensure effective implementation of behavioral and psychosocial interventions. Attends meetings (e.g., trainings, OhioISPs, special teams) and court hearings; establishes and maintains working relationships with other facilities, agencies, and support services (e.g., Social Security, ODJFS, county boards, courts, and mental health providers) to coordinate referrals and follow-up services. Facilitates Resident Council and self advocacy groups, promoting resident engagement, empowerment, and informed decision-making, and provides assistance to residents in exercising their right to vote. Facilitates training for new hires and conducts or supports annual staff trainings related to trauma-informed care, behavior supports, client rights, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Completes Level of Care assessments and maintains accurate clinical documentation in accordance with federal, state, and departmental regulations. Bi-weekly late night rounds Why Work for the State of Ohio At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees•. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website!

Our benefits package includes:

Medical Coverage Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more) Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)

• Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors.

The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position. Qualifications Requires current license as social worker (i.e., LSW) as issued by State of Ohio Counselor, Social Worker & Marriage & Family Therapist Board in accordance with

ORC 4757.28.

Pursuant to

ORC 4757.41

(A)(5) any person engaging in social work or professional counseling as a civil service employee as defined in section 124.01 of the Revised Code who has at least two years of service as of July 10, 2014 is exempt from current licensure as social worker (i.e. LSW) requirement.

Job Skills:

Mental Health