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

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • Crawford County, PA

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Join Crawford County Human Services as a County Caseworker 1 and make a meaningful impact every day. This role lets you help children and families build safer and healthier lives. Your work guides people through challenges while encouraging growth and stability. Become part of a team that values strong support and positive change. This role focuses on helping children and families referred under the Child Protective Services Law and supporting them as they work toward safety, well being, and permanency.

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
• 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
• 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

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance and support to children and families throughout the case process
• Monitor family conditions and take steps to promote safer environments
• Assist families in accessing resources that encourage stability and healthy living
• Work with team members and partners to help families achieve positive outcomes
• Maintain accurate records of case activities and interactions

What This Job Offers

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