Step 1: Gather and Complete Required Documents
In order to apply for child support services, you will need:
- A picture ID
- Your children’s birth certificates if born outside of Ohio
- Social security cards and/or birth letter from hospital
- A completed JFS 07076 – Application for Child Support Services Non-Public Assistance Applicant/Recipient
You may also need:
- Custody and guardianship papers
- Your marriage certificate and/or divorce decree
Step 2: Send or Bring the Documents to HCJFS
There are variety of ways to return the documents to Highland County Job and Family Services, you may:
Mail Documents
Mail documents to:
HCJFS Child Support Services
1575 N. High St. Ste 100
Hillsboro, OH 45133
Fax Documents
Documents can be faxed to 937-393-3299.
Deliver In-Person
The Highland County Job and Family Services Child Support office is located at:
1575 N. High St. Ste 100
Hillsboro, OH 45133
You can apply in person between 7:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Monday through Thursday and between 7:30 a.m. and 11:30 p.m. on Friday.
Step 3: Genetic Testing or Support Hearing
Once all documents have been received, a child support caseworker will be assigned to your case. That worker may ask you for additional documentation and will attempt to verify the location of the other parent. After those steps are complete, you will be notified by mail of either an appointment for genetic testing or, if paternity is known, a support hearing will be scheduled.