SOCIAL SERVICE AIDE 2

• Ability to add, subtract, multiple, divide whole numbers and to read & write simple sentences
• 1 course in interviewing or 1 month experience or equivalent
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• High school diploma or equivalent
• De-escalation/restraint training
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Understanding of child welfare principles and practices
• Experience working with children and families is preferred
• Familiarity with community resources and services
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Mini MAPP training
• Separation and placement training
• Safety classes as developed and when applicable

This is a full-time on-site role as a Social Service Aide located in Columbus, OH. As a Social Service Aide, you will be responsible for assisting our Child Welfare Caseworkers by providing services to children and families. This includes conducting interviews, completing paperwork, monitoring and

observing onsite and offsite visits, transporting clients (may be outside the State of Ohio), and ensuring the safety and well-being of individuals involved. You will also collaborate with other professionals and community resources to support families and promote positive outcomes.

• Supervises and/or monitors on-site and off-site visits
• Completes documentation for visitation
• Provides emergency assistance to Intake Service Teams
• Provide direct childcare to children whose families are being serviced by the Agency
• Observes interaction between child and parent
• Transport children