APS Caseworker Onboarding Checklist

This tool will help an APS supervisor support a new caseworker by providing tools and guidance throughout the onboarding process. 

• The tool will provide a way to organize and track:  
• Fulfillment of recommended onboarding steps
• Access to agency, local and state systems, and resources
• Completion of APS core and agency training 

APS New Caseworker Onboarding Checklist

Preparing for a New APS Caseworker

• ODJFS Code of Responsibility JFS 7078 form
• Instructions to complete form 7078
• Gaining access to ​ODAPS
• Submit requests for county systems/computer set-up
• Order supplies/set-up desk
• Schedule shadowing dates/times w/ peers
• Print contact list
• Print organizational chart
• Print system sign-on information
• Welcome email to agency/team
• Print Communications style quiz

Training

• Review the APS core training rule
• OHSTS LMS New Hire Account Request Form 
• OHSTS Training Calendar and Training Registration
• OHSTS Regional Training Centers
• Print the Learning Styles quiz
• Print the APS core training checklist
• Provide a checklist for your agency required trainings

​


​


​

Agency Resources

• Create a shortcut on desktop to access forms/resources
• Add recurring meetings to caseworker’s calendar
• Contact information for agency help desk
• Review agency policies and procedures

​Introduction to APS

Please review the following with new caseworkers:

• Agency/Court forms
• Review APS Ohio Revised Codes
• Review APS Ohio Administrative Codes
• Overview of ODAPS
• APS Screening Guidelines
• APS Screening Information 
• Quick Reference Guide to Court Orders
  • Guardianship (process/forms/court prep)
  • Protective Service Orders (process/forms/court prep)
  • Conservatorship (process/forms/court prep)
• APS definitions
• APS acronyms

---

View More