What are the responsibilities and job description for the Social Service Worker III - Group Home position at Portage County Job & Family Services?
Company Description
Portage County Job & Family Services serves county residents through its four divisions that provide public assistance, employment assistance, child support payments, and protection against abuse or neglect for children and adults.
Role Description
This is a full-time on-site role as a Social Service Worker III - Group Home located in Ravenna, OH. The SSW III is responsible for behavior compliance and modification, clinical interventions, recreational activities and support for children residing in Portage Job and Family Services’ group home in accordance with ODJFS licensing standards and Portage Job and Family Services policies. Daily tasks include facilitating group activities, coordinating social services, and providing emotional support to individuals in the group home.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Human Development or another social service field or the ability to obatin the degree within 5 years of hire and/or 5 years of experience working in a licensed residential setting with children. Must possess a valid Ohio driver’s license and maintain continuing eligibility under the existing County driver eligibility standards.