County Caseworker 2 (Local Government) - Huntingdon County C&Y

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • Huntingdon County, PA

6d • Hybrid

About The Position

Step into a meaningful role as the County Caseworker 2 with Huntingdon County Children and Youth. This position lets you make a positive impact on families while growing your own skills. You will join a team that values your dedication and supports your development. This is an opportunity to help children build safer and brighter futures. This position involves working directly with children and families to support their safety and well-being while following agency guidance. You will manage assigned cases, respond to referrals, and participate in reviews.

Requirements

• Six months of experience as a County Caseworker 1; or Successful completion of the County Social Casework Intern program; or A bachelor's degree with a social welfare major; or A bachelor's degree which includes or is supplemented by 12 college credits in sociology, social welfare, psychology, gerontology, criminal justice, or other related social sciences and one year of professional social casework experience in a public or private social service agency; 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.
• Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within two months of graduating with a qualifying degree/credits.
• Possess a valid driver’s license which is not under suspension.
• Must be able to perform essential job functions.
• Must pass a background investigation.
• A conditional offer of employment will require a drug screening.
• Must submit and have approved 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

• Opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time one day per week/two days per pay period.
• Securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania (if teleworking).

Responsibilities

• Assist children and families through assigned service plans
• Conduct visits and maintain communication with families to guide progress
• Carry out assessments and investigations for accepted cases
• Develop and review plans that meet legal and policy requirements

Benefits

• Full-time employment
• On-Call rotations
• Home visits accommodating work and school schedules
• Telework option (part-time, one day per week/two days per pay period)
• Option to report to the headquarters office in Huntingdon if unable to telework
• Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer
• Commonwealth is committed to a diverse workforce
• Commonwealth values inclusion
• Employment preference for qualified veterans

What This Job Offers

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