Fayette County Department of Job and Family Services

Job Opportunity Posting

Open to Current Fayette County Employees and the Public

Job Title:                                Social Services Worker II-Child Protective Services

Posting Date:                        03/16/2026

Deadline To Apply:              until position is filled  

Department/Division:                            Job and Family Services-Social Services

Core Hours:                                                Monday-Friday 7:00-5:30, non-traditional work hours and on call rotation

Salary Range:                                             Pay Range 8

$20.87-$26.05

We have an amazing opportunity for the right person to join our team!

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or related human services field.  Must be able to read, write, speak and understand the English language.

LICENSURE OR CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:  Must possess a valid Ohio driver’s license and maintain insurability under the County’s vehicle insurance policy. Employee will be responsible to drive own motor vehicle and may be required to travel, within and/or beyond the county or state limits

OBJECTIVE:Individual serves the public through effective implementation of federal/state regulations; Provides a wide range of casework services to children and families.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Primary duties include a wide range of casework services to children and families. These duties may include any combination of any of the following:

·      Receiving, documenting, and screening allegations of child abuse/neglect.

·      Investigation and/or assessment of child abuse/neglect referrals;

·      Maintenance of a caseload of families/children who require protective assistance;

·      Provision of adoption and post adoption services to children and families.

·      This position requires extensive travel

Additional duties required based on functional job description include receiving and documenting allegations of child abuse/neglect and sharing with teammates in 24/7 on-call rotation.

The employee must possess the skills and ability to cope with diverse environments, health hazards and personal safety issues, including aggressive behaviors

PAY RANGE BASED ON QUAILIFICATIONS: $20.87 to $26.05 per hour, based on experience

Pay Range

Rate Type

Step

 1

Step 2

Step 3

Step 4

Step 5

Step 6

Step 7

Step 8

Step 9

Step 10

8

Hourly

20.87

21.45

22.02

22.60

23.17

23.75

24.32

24.90

25.47

26.05

FRINGE BENEFITS:  

·      Flexible work hours offered depending on agency needs 

·      Medical, dental, and vision available for employee, spouse, and family  

·      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 

·      Paid vacation,, if earned leave is available 

·      Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS) 

·      Deferred compensation plans available

·      Employee Relations Committee

·      Gym Membership Discounts

·      Training Opportunities

Qualified applicants should submit their cover letter and resume to:

Human Resources. Carla Melvin, PHR 

carla.melvin@fayette-co-oh.com

Fayette County Administrative Office

133 S Main Street

Suite 402

Washington CH, Ohio 43160

Or you may apply online at:

Jobs • Fayette County, OH • CivicEngage (fayette-co-oh.com)

Any offer of employment is subject to background investigation including, but not limited to, prior or current employment, criminal background checks, fingerprinting, and Child Welfare history checks.

Fayette County Is An Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)