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

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • Juniata County, PA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

As a County Caseworker 1 with Juniata County Child Welfare Services, you will help individuals and families work toward healthier, more stable lives by supporting their social, emotional, and economic well-being. You will gather social histories through client interviews, explain agency programs, assess and document eligibility, arrange referrals, advocate for clients, and manage case records and reports using a computer.

This is a full-time, onsite position with scheduled hours of 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, and a 30-minute lunch. The role also includes an on-call rotation every nine weeks, during and after regular work hours. Telework is not available.

Requirements

• Two years of experience as a County Social Services Aide 3 and two years of college-level coursework, including 12 credits in sociology, social welfare, psychology, gerontology, criminal justice, or another related social science; or a bachelor's degree including or supplemented by successful completion of 12 credits in those fields; or an equivalent combination of experience and training that includes 12 credits in those fields and one year of experience as a County Social Services Aide 3 or in a similar position performing paraprofessional case-management functions.
• Applicants may meet the educational requirements if they are within two months of graduating with a qualifying degree or credits.
• Possess a valid driver's license that is not under suspension.
• Be able to perform the essential job functions.
• Pass a background investigation, including satisfactory criminal history reports required under the Child Protective Services Law, such as Pennsylvania State Police, Pennsylvania Child Abuse, and FBI Fingerprint clearances.
• Provide relevant, detailed experience and education on the application. Applicants claiming education must attach college transcripts; unofficial transcripts are acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Conduct client interviews to gather detailed social histories.
• Explain agency programs and provide clear information to clients.
• Verify program eligibility and document findings.
• Arrange service referrals and advocate for client needs.
• Maintain organized records, prepare reports, and manage a caseload using a computer.

What This Job Offers

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