County Caseworker 2 (Local Government) - Delaware County C&Y
About The Position
Join Delaware County Children and Youth as a County Caseworker 2 and make a real difference in the lives of children and families. This role offers the chance to support families through important challenges while helping to create safer home environments. Your work will have a lasting impact on the well-being of children in your community. Be part of a team that values your dedication and compassion. This position focuses on providing direct support to children and families where abuse or neglect has been identified. The work is active, community based, and centered on meeting the needs of vulnerable families.
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.
- You must pass a background investigation.
- This position falls under the provisions of the Child Protective Services Law.
- 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.
Responsibilities
- Conduct assessments, investigations, and case management activities for children and families
- Provide guidance in areas such as home management, money management, employment, and daily living needs
- Arrange foster care placements and ensure safe living environments during periods of transition
- Travel to homes, hospitals, and other locations to meet with families and coordinate care
- Make referrals and coordinate services to increase the effectiveness of support provided
- Participate in required county training leading to caseworker certification
Benefits
- a supportive work environment
- an excellent benefit package
- opportunities for career advancement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
