County Caseworker 1 (Local Government) - Cameron County Children & Youth
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania•Cameron County, PA
•Onsite
About The Position
As a County Caseworker 1 for Cameron County Children and Youth Services, you become part of a mission that strengthens and protects the community. Your work will connect families to the resources they need most. You will grow new skills and gain rewarding experience. This is your opportunity to build a meaningful career. County Caseworker 1 support individuals and families as they work toward safer and more stable lives. The role involves evaluating needs and guiding clients to helpful services.
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.
- You must be able to perform essential job functions.
- You must pass a background investigation.
- 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.
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.
Responsibilities
- Gather detailed personal histories through in-depth client interviews
- Provide clear explanations of available agency programs and services
- Determine and verify client eligibility for program benefits
- Connect clients with partner agencies for additional support
- Develop and carry out social plans that guide clients toward improved well-being
- Offer structured counseling and related guidance to help clients move forward
Benefits
- 13 paid holidays
- paid sick and vacation
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
