Childrens Services Worker; Childrens Services Caseworker

Childrens Services Worker (Childrens Services Caseworker) (4641-12)

Are you interested in serving our community and helping to protect our county’s most vulnerable children? Join Hamilton County Children’s Services and make a difference every day. We are looking for compassionate, tenacious workers dedicated to ensuring children and family safety.

$26.52 per hour. Pay can increase (up to 8%) for prior paid experience, 5% for MSW, 2% for LSW/LISW.

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities in all employment practices. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by law. We are a second‑chance employer and a recovery‑friendly workplace.

• Complete assessments of child safety in response to intake reports of abuse, neglect and dependency within mandated time frames and in accordance with federal, state and agency policy.
• Research previous child services history, criminal history, court involvement and other applicable information for all individuals associated with intake reports and/or case members.
• Conduct and engage in face‑to‑face interviews with children in the household, parents/caregivers and alleged maltreaters to make continuous decisions regarding child safety.
• Ensure child safety at every contact and consult with supervisor as needed for safety decision‑making.
• Control for child safety immediately when a child is determined unsafe by confirming present or impending danger; complete safety plan analysis and develop least restrictive safety plans.
• Work with specialized staff to access appropriate placements and prepare children and families for placement; maintain regular contact with supportive service providers.
• Perform necessary paperwork and documentation on a timely basis, including case reviews, safety assessments, case plans, placements, court reports, court complaints, SACWIS activity notes, and placement changes.
• Consult with Hamilton County Prosecutor’s Office, execute requests for legal actions, testify to support the agency’s position, and prepare for and attend court hearings.
• Attend conferences, reviews, supervision, training and staff meetings.
• Apply cultural competency, socioeconomic sensitivity, and respect for diversity in all interactions.
• Participate in organizational improvement projects, strategic planning meetings and practice advancement efforts.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in a human services‑related field; OR bachelor’s degree in any field and at least two (2) years of work experience in a human services‑related occupation.
• Within five years, a bachelor’s or master’s in a human services‑related field is required.
• Valid driver’s license issued in state of residency.
• Insured automobile available for use.
• Criminal records check conducted by the Bureau of Criminal Identification and Investigation and the FBI is required.

• Degree in Social Work.
• Licensed Social Worker.

• Hybrid work schedule.
• 24‑hour hotline for emergency after‑hours response.
• Culture promoting growth and learning.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• 11 paid holidays.
• Immediately begin with 40 hours paid vacation if no prior service.
• Ohio Public Employee Retirement System (14% employer contribution and defined benefit option).
• Medical, HRA, Dental, Vision.
• Employer‑paid life insurance, long‑term disability.
• Paid parental leave, public service loan forgiveness eligibility.
• Commuter stipend or free on‑site parking.
• Wellness incentives, employee assistance program, access to free medical and prescription care through Marathon Health.
• Expansive behavioral and mental health resources.

Open until filled.

Job & Family Services, 222

E. Central Parkway, Cincinnati, OH 45202.

40 hours weekly; potential for hybrid remote work schedule.