Ja’nea Morton
Title:
Guardian ad Litem
Department:
Youth Defense DivisionPhone Number:
(513) 946-8223Email:
jmorton@hamiltoncountypd.orgJob Duties:
Act as court appointed Guardian Ad Litem for children who are the subjects of Dependency Court complaints alleging abuse, neglect and/or dependency. Make recommendations to Hamilton County Juvenile Courts. Visiting Children in out of home placements, Manage and work a caseload of 35-45 families.
Experience:
Joined GAL office in October 2020. 2 years prior experience working with children and families. 4 years behavioral and mental health experience. 3 years in courts and corrections.
Education:
Bachelor of Social Work, Northern Kentucky University. Associate of Arts, Cincinnati State Technical and Community College.
License / Commision:
Trained surrogate parent. Qualified under Rule 48 - Ohio Supreme Court Rules of Superintendence to serve as a Guardian Ad Litem.