County Caseworker 1 (Local Government) - Intake - Wayne County C&Y
About The Position
Wayne County Children and Youth Services in Honesdale, Pennsylvania, is hiring a County Caseworker 1 to support children, families, and the community. This is an entry-level civil service role in which the employee learns and performs casework through training and guided experience. The work helps children and families access services and improve their daily functioning. The position is full time, 37.5 hours per week, with a regular schedule of 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday through Friday, including a one-hour lunch. Irregular hours, including evenings or weekends, and nontraditional or on-call hours may be required. Monthly overnight or out-of-county travel may also be required. Telework is not available.
Requirements
- Meet one of the following experience and education pathways: two years of experience as a County Social Services Aide 3 and two years of college-level coursework, including 12 credits in specified or related social sciences; a bachelor's degree that includes or is supplemented by 12 credits in specified or related social sciences; or an equivalent combination of experience and training that includes 12 such credits and one year of experience as a County Social Services Aide 3 or in a similar paraprofessional case-management position.
- Applicants within two months of graduating with a qualifying degree or credits are considered to have met the educational requirements.
- Be able to perform the essential job functions.
- Pass a background investigation.
- Submit satisfactory criminal history reports, including Pennsylvania State Police, Pennsylvania Child Abuse History, and FBI Fingerprint clearances, if given a conditional offer.
- Complete a drug screening if given a conditional offer.
- Provide relevant, detailed experience and education on the application; applicants claiming education must attach college transcripts. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
Responsibilities
- Interview clients to gather information, assess needs, and verify eligibility for services.
- Help families create plans to strengthen social and emotional functioning.
- Maintain records, prepare reports, and organize case information.
- Arrange supportive and protective services for children and families.
- Provide referrals, counseling, and clear information to clients.
- Participate in staff development activities to build casework abilities.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
