Details
08/01/2022
Social Worker
Stark County Health Department
County Department: Health
Classification: Social Worker
Director: Amanda Uhler RN, BSN
Unit Managers: Allison DeVore RN, BSN, Aubrey Neuenschwander RN, BSN and Stephanie Hann RN, BSN
Unit: Nursing Services
Location: 7235 Whipple AVE NW, North Canton, OH 44720
Salary Range: Pay scale 3
Hours of Work: 8:30 am – 4:30 pm. Will require some evenings and weekends
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Job Duties:
Provides psychosocial assessments of children and/or families to determine social, economic and/or environmental needs following local, state, and federal grant guidelines.
- Available to clinical areas as needed.
- Provides support and limited counseling to families and assists in meeting concrete needs such as housing, food, public assistance, etc.
- Works collaboratively and cooperatively as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
- Responsible for referral and follow-up with individuals and families.
- Maintains clinical records and documentation accurately.
- Provides complete and accurate referral/connection requests for clients.
- Will travel to and from clinic locations as needed.
- Assist with clerical and supportive activities as required.
- Assist the nursing administration in the planning and development of programs to meet the needs of the community.
- Other duties as assigned by the Nursing Director/Unit Manager/ and or the Health Commissioner.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in social work.
- Licensed by the Ohio Board of Counselors and Social Workers.
- Minimum 2 years recent experience in working with mothers, children, and families.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Working knowledge of Stark County Services and systems.
- Skills necessary in teaching, public speaking, public relations, writing and communication.
- Must have: reliable transportation / valid Ohio Drives License / proof of auto insurance/ fully vaccinated for COVID-19.
Please send Resume and Cover Letter to: Attn: Laurie Middleton or email to: middletonl@starkhealth.org
