County Caseworker 1 (Local Government) - Westmoreland County C&Y (Multiple Vacancies)
About The Position
As a County Caseworker 1 with Westmoreland County Child Welfare, you play an active part in helping families find stability and hope. This role provides strong support and training so you can grow your skills and gain experience. You become part of a dedicated team focused on improving the lives of children and youth. This is your chance to start a rewarding career centered on positive change. This position focuses on helping children, youth, families, and individuals with various challenges work toward a better quality of life. You receive training and close support as you learn how to assist people in gaining social, emotional, and physical stability.
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.
- Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within two months of graduating with a qualifying degree/credits.
- 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.
- 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.
Nice To Haves
- After 6 months of employment, you may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, 1 day per week.
- In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania.
Responsibilities
- Attend agency training programs to build knowledge of social service methods and procedures
- Provide basic case management assistance to children, youth, families, and individuals with special needs
- Carry out assigned tasks under close supervision while gaining skills and confidence
- Maintain records and review materials as directed by supervisors
- Engage in reading, meetings, and conferences to strengthen understanding of agency expectations
Benefits
- Strong support and training
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
