County Caseworker 1 (Local Government) - Perry County Children & Youth

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania•Perry County, PA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

As a County Caseworker 1 with Perry County Children and Youth Services, you will play a vital role in supporting children and families in need. This position lets you build lasting relationships and provide essential guidance during challenging times. The work is rewarding, impactful, and meaningful to the community. Step into a role where your dedication helps create safer futures for local children.

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.
Must be able to perform essential job functions.
Must pass a background investigation.
Satisfactory criminal history reports including, but not limited to, PA State Police clearance, PA Child Abuse history clearance, and FBI Fingerprint clearance.

Nice To Haves

Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within two months of graduating with a qualifying degree/credits.

Responsibilities

Provides a full range of social and case management services to children, youth, and families.
Performs service planning on intakes, including the completion of intake documentation and the determination of risk involved, using the approved risk assessment model.
Investigates reports of mistreatment and abuse of children and provides for the safety of those children.
Performs general protective services including a minimum of monthly home visits with families and the development of family service plans.
Performs out-of-home placement duties to include monthly visits and family contacts.
Maintains detailed family files and performs related work as required.
Completes the Core Training series for County Caseworkers and Caseworker Certification after employment begins.