County Caseworker 1 (Local Government) - Blair County C&Y (Multiple Vacancies)

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • Blair County, PA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

County Caseworker 1 with the Department of Human Services, Blair County Child Welfare offers a chance to guide families toward brighter futures. This role provides a positive pathway to help children and youth grow in healthy and safe environments. You can become a strong support for families in need through steady compassion and determination. Join a team that works every day to strengthen the community. This role focuses on guiding children, youth, and families toward healthier social, economic, and physical adjustment in daily life. It emphasizes community support, protection, and empowerment.

Requirements

• Two years of experience as a County Social Services Aide 3 and two years of college level course work which includes 12 college credits in sociology, social welfare, psychology, gerontology, criminal justice, or other related social sciences; or A bachelor's degree which includes or is supplemented by successful completion of 12 college credits in sociology, social welfare, psychology, gerontology, criminal justice, or other related social sciences; or Any equivalent combination of experience and training which includes 12 college credits in sociology, social welfare, psychology, gerontology, criminal justice, or other related social sciences and one year of experience as a County Social Services Aide 3 or in a similar position performing paraprofessional case management functions.
• Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within two months of graduating with a qualifying degree/credits.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.
• You must pass a background investigation.
• A conditional offer of employment will require a drug screening.
• This position falls under the provisions of the Child Protective Services Law.
• Under the Law, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports including, but not limited to, PA State Police clearance, PA Child Abuse history clearance, and FBI Fingerprint clearance.

Responsibilities

• Help children, youth, and families work toward improved stability and well-being
• Evaluate situations to determine needs and appropriate services
• Connect families with resources that promote safety and healthy development
• Stand up for the rights and welfare of children in the community
• Encourage positive growth by engaging with families and local partners

Benefits

• 90% employer-paid PPO health insurance with prescription and vision components
• Defined benefit pension plan
• Defined contribution plan
• Group term life insurance
• Sick time
• 14 annual paid holidays

What This Job Offers

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