County Caseworker 1 (Local Government) - Lycoming County C&Y

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • Lycoming County, PA

20h • Onsite

About The Position

Join the Department of Human Services as a County Caseworker 1 and support children and families in the Lycoming County Child Welfare Office. This role offers a meaningful opportunity to help families stay safe and connected. You will learn important skills while working directly with people in need. Step into a position where your care and commitment make a real impact every day.

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.
• Must be able to perform essential job functions.
• Conditional offer of employment will require submission of criminal history reports at your expense.
• Conditional offer of employment will require successful completion of a drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Receive and evaluate requests for services to determine appropriate steps for families
• Conduct short term assessments through interviews and home visits to identify needs
• Monitor children through required contacts to ensure safety, stability and wellbeing
• Maintain case records and enter information into required systems to support service planning
• Help families access services and provide transportation when appropriate
• Work with clients to build strengths and connect them with needed supports

What This Job Offers

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