Overview of Ohio’s Child Welfare SystemOhio's System Ohio has a state-supervised, county-administered child welfare system. This means that the Ohio Department of Job and...
ODJFS RulesODFJS eManuals Mike DeWine, Governor Kimberly Hall, Director, Ohio Department of Job and Family Services Ohio Administrative Rules (OAR)...
The Goals of VisitationResearch tells us that visitation is a critical component of a successful reunification. Typically, the agency will determine the...
The Judicial ProcessOhio's Judicial Process Resource families involved in child welfare are also involved in the Ohio court system. Understanding the many...
The Journey of Families Through the Child Welfare SystemTrying to navigate through Ohio’s child welfare system can be daunting. Here is a chart that shows the typical steps involved in cases of...