County Caseworker 1 (Local Government) - Wayne County Children & Youth Services

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania•Wayne County, PA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Wayne County Children and Youth Services in Honesdale, PA, is seeking qualified candidates for a rewarding Civil Service position supporting children, families, and the community. This role focuses on helping individuals and families improve their overall well-being through guided support and structured training. It introduces you to the responsibilities of casework while building your skills step by step.

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.
A conditional offer of employment will require a drug screening.
Must submit and have approved 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.