County Caseworker 2 (Local Government) - Crawford County C&Y (Multiple Vacancies)

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • Crawford County, PA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

This position focuses on providing social services and support to children, youth, and families who are seeking assistance or are referred to the agency. The work centers on safety, well-being, and permanency while guiding families through difficult situations. As a County Caseworker 2, you will perform the following duties: Intake Assessment: Evaluate new referrals and determine the level of support needed Ongoing Services: Deliver continued assistance to families as they work toward safety and stability Family Guidance: Provide counseling and support that encourages healthy decision making Safety Planning: Develop strategies that protect children and promote safe home environments Case Documentation: Maintain accurate records and reports for all casework activities Resource Coordination: Connect families with community services that support long-term success.

Requirements

• Six months of experience as a County Caseworker 1
• Successful completion of the County Social Casework Intern program
• A bachelor's degree with a social welfare major
• 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 services agency
• 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
• Must be able to perform essential job functions
• Must pass a background investigation
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate new referrals and determine the level of support needed
• Deliver continued assistance to families as they work toward safety and stability
• Provide counseling and support that encourages healthy decision making
• Develop strategies that protect children and promote safe home environments
• Maintain accurate records and reports for all casework activities
• Connect families with community services that support long-term success

What This Job Offers

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