NOTICE OF JOB OPPORTUNITY

Social Services Worker 2 Champaign County Department of Job and Family Services is seeking multiple Social Services Worker 2 professionals to join our Protective Services Unit. The ideal candidates will be flexible, collaborative, and committed to supporting children and families through comprehensive casework, permanency planning, and advocacy.

Key Responsibilities:

General Duties (All Workers): Answer intake calls and document referrals for Child and Adult Protective Services. Provide information and referrals for non-abuse/neglect concerns. Investigate allegations and complete holistic assessments of child abuse, neglect, or dependency. Maintain accurate documentation of all consumer and collateral contacts. Conduct safety and risk assessments and ensure compliance with state and federal regulations. Respond to emergency calls and participate in on-call rotation. Identify and assess placement options for children in need of substitute care. Conduct home evaluations for kinship placements. Monitor children in substitute, kinship, or primary homes to ensure safety and well-being. Refer families to services and monitor service use. Construct and manage case plans for ongoing cases. Prepare for and attend court hearings; complete court-related documentation. Arrange and supervise visitation; provide or coordinate transportation as needed. Advocate for families and maintain positive relationships with community providers. Participate in public education and outreach efforts. Ensure timely school enrollment and attend educational meetings for children in care. Maintain timely and accurate data entry for reporting purposes.

Minimum Qualifications:

Associate's degree in a human services-related field OR Completion of at least sixty (60) semester credit hours (or equivalent) toward a degree in human services-related studies from an accredited institution of higher education.

Note:

Candidates must obtain a job-related bachelor's degree no later than five (5) years after the start of employment with the agency.

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in social work or a closely related human services field. Previous experience in protective services.

Fringe Benefits Include:

Flexible work hours offered, depending on agency needs Employee, spouse, and family health insurance paid at 80% Employee paid dental, vision, and life insurance Employee assistance program provided to employees and their households Wellness program for employees and spouses enrolled in a medical insurance plan Paid sick leave, if earned leave is available 2 paid personal days per year, prorated accrual based on start date Paid vacation after 90 days of service or upon hire with one (1) year of prior countable service Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS) Deferred compensation plans available

Pay:

$48,817.60 - $68,078.40 per year

Benefits:

457(b) Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible schedule Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Prescription drug insurance Retirement plan Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person