Human Services Program Consultant

State of Ohio • Columbus, OH

5d • $66,019 - $92,331 • Onsite

About The Position

This position performs work on-site daily at DCY’s office space. The mission is to promote positive, lifelong outcomes for Ohio youth through early intervention, quality education, and family support programs. At DCY, we offer our employees a rewarding work experience in public service helping Ohioans achieve a sustainable lifestyle that includes generous benefit options and a flexible work life balance making our agency a great place to work! To learn more about DCY, please visit our website at Department of Children and Youth | Ohio.gov.

Are you passionate about supporting families and improving early childhood outcomes? Join our team as a Home Visiting Program Consultant and help shape programs that make a real impact in communities across Ohio. In this role, you’ll partner with local agencies, provide expert guidance, and ensure families receive the highest quality prenatal-to-five home visiting services.

Requirements

• Completion of undergraduate core program in social or behavioral science, health or pre-medicine or comparable field; 18 mos. exp. in delivery of human services, health care services or medical assistance in governmental, community or private human support services agency or medical provider.
• Completion of graduate core program in social or behavioral science or medicine-related or comparable field; 6 mos. exp. in delivery of human services, health care services or medical assistance in governmental, community or private human support services agency or medical provider.
• Equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above.
• Background in health or human services, early childhood, or related field.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and data analysis skills.
• Must provide own transportation or in order to operate a state vehicle, you must have a valid driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of home visiting models and state systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Guide local home visiting programs with technical assistance and best practices, including on-site visits.
• Build strong partnerships with community organizations and state programs.
• Monitor, evaluate, and improve program performance and compliance.
• Work with data systems and analyze trends to strengthen services.
• Represent the program at workshops, conferences, and community events.

Benefits

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems ( such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS ) & Optional Deferred Compensation ( Ohio Deferred Compensation )

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level