Title: CHILD WELFARE CASEWORKER II – INVESTIGATOR

Department: Intake                                        Hourly [X]    Salary [ ]

Non-Exempt [X]     Exempt [ ]    Admin. [ ]     Prof. [ ]     Exec. [ ]

Immediate Supervisor: Intake Supervisor

Under direction, screens incoming referrals regarding child abuse/or neglect, investigates allegations and provides short-term counseling, referral to other agency departments or initiates custody proceedings.

Bachelors degree in social work or related field required, LSW/LISW or eligibility for licensure by the State of Ohio preferred; valid Ohio driver’s license (employees who are required to transport children must present and maintain an acceptable driving record as defined by Agency policy). This position will be required to maintain residency within the range of the radio actuated pager system utilized by the Agency, and within one hour on-site response time of all points of Wayne County. Relocation, if necessary, must take place by the end of the probationary period

Knowledge of department policies and procedures*; social work principles and methodology; child development; counseling; dynamics of alcoholism and drug abuse; child welfare casework methods and techniques; mental disorders; legal requirements related to child placement; available community resources; interviewing; office practices and procedures. CORE Basic Training provided by the State of Ohio must be completed by the end of the probationary period*. Ability to identify indicators of abuse, neglect and family dysfunction and their subsequent treatment approaches; assess child risk levels; define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions; communicate effectively in oral and written form; prepare meaningful, accurate and concise reports; handle sensitive inquires from and contacts with clients; establish a good rapport with clients; maintain a good relationship with supervisors and co-workers. Skills in basic computer literacy, including keyboard and word processing. Must own, lease, or have immediate access to safe and reliable (per State Highway Patrol standards) personal transportation to use for work related responsibilities, including the transportation of children and/or adults.

*May be developed after employment.

DUTIES: 

     INTAKE

     TRANSPORTATION

Other related duties as assigned including but not limited to:

Wayne County Children Services