County Caseworker 2 (Local Government) - Monroe County C&Y (Multiple Vacancies)
About The Position
Join Monroe County Children and Youth Services as a County Caseworker 2 and help children and families build a safer and stronger future. This role allows you to make a meaningful difference by supporting individuals who are facing difficult challenges. You will work with a dedicated agency that values compassion and teamwork. Become part of a mission-driven organization that brings hope to the community. This role focuses on delivering social services to children, youth, and families who need support to improve their daily lives. You will collaborate with community partners to help individuals work toward positive change.
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.
- PA residency requirement is currently waived for this title.
- You must be able to perform essential job functions.
- 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.
Responsibilities
- Evaluate family needs and identify supports that promote stability
- Develop plans that guide families toward healthier daily functioning
- Coordinate with agencies to connect children and families to needed resources
- Track improvements and adjust services to fit changing situations
- Provide encouragement and information that helps families navigate challenges
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
