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

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • Blair County, PA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

As a County Caseworker 1 with Blair County Children, Youth and Families, you join a team that works to uplift children and strengthen families throughout the community. This role gives you the chance to make a meaningful difference every day by supporting safe and healthy environments. You help guide families toward stability and growth while gaining valuable experience in social services. This position offers a purposeful career that encourages both personal and professional development.

Requirements

• Two years of experience as a County Social 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.
• 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

• Assist families in improving their social and economic stability
• Work to ensure the safety and healthy development of children
• Evaluate family needs and determine appropriate services
• Connect individuals with available programs and resources
• Maintain accurate records of interactions and progress

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