Child Welfare Social Worker Assistant

Are you someone who wants to directly impact the lives of the most vulnerable children in your community? Are you looking for work with a purpose?

Summit County Children Services (SCCS) is an innovative public child protection agency looking for individuals to join our team who share our commitment to the safety, permanency, and well-being of all children in Summit County.

SCCS cultivates an environment that respects, celebrates, and supports our employees and the people we serve. If you excel in teamwork and collaboration, building relationships, planning, and organizing, and enjoy an environment where each day brings something new you may thrive on our team.

SCCS currently has multiple openings for Child Welfare Social Worker Assistant.
Starting Salary: $19.50/ hr.

The Social Worker Assistant/Social Service Aide (“Case Aide”) is responsible for supporting the child welfare casework team in provision of services to caregivers, children, and families served by Summit County Children Services, including assessment of child safety and risk when interfacing with children and families served.

Associate degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, Sociology, Criminal Justice, Child and Family Development, Human Development and Family Studies, or other human services related field; or

Two (2) years’ experience working directly with families and/or children in a human services or childcare setting.

A valid Ohio Driver’s License with no more than six (6) points and use of an insured vehicle are required for this position.

SCCS provides:

• Hybrid and/or flexible work schedules;
• Paid holidays, personal leave, and sick leave;
• Generous vacation;
• Paid Parental Leave
• Highly competitive and comprehensive medical benefits, including prescription, dental, vision, wellness incentives;
• On-site continuing education and training;
• Tuition and licensure reimbursement;
• Continuing education flex time;
• Public service loan forgiveness eligibility;
• Onsite employee mental health supports and wellness room;
• Mileage reimbursement at federal rate;
• Ohio Public Employee Retirement System;
• Life Insurance;
• Employee assistance program.

Come and see why Summit County is a premiere child protection agency. We look forward to introducing you to our talented leadership team, supportive environment, and learning more about your passion for this work!

See the Complete Position Description, benefits package, and APPLY at:
https://summitcountyoh.munisselfservice.com/ess/employmentopportunities/default.aspx