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

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • Armstrong County, PA

15h • Onsite

About The Position

The Armstrong County Children and Youth is seeking a dedicated County Caseworker 1 who wants to make a meaningful difference for children and families. This role gives you the chance to support others as they work toward safer and healthier futures. You will join a team that values compassion, patience, and practical problem solving. Bring your motivation to help others and grow your skills with us. This position focuses on providing entry level social services that support children, youth, and families as they work through social, emotional, health, and economic challenges.

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.
• PA residency requirement is currently waived for this title.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.
• You must pass a background investigation.
• 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 clients build skills in home management, budgeting, child care, parenting, and daily living
• Refer individuals and families to community resources, agencies, and services that match their needs
• Conduct interviews and follow up visits to provide social service guidance and counseling
• Prepare information and deliver supervised testimony in court
• Maintain accurate summaries, reports, and correspondence using required agency methods
• Participate in reviews, conferences, and training designed to strengthen social service skills

What This Job Offers

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