Part Time Social Casework Intern

Dauphin County • Harrisburg, PA

6h • Onsite

About The Position

This is a merit hire position for Fall 2026 and/or Spring 2027. The starting pay rate for this position is $16.32. This is professional social casework of a training nature performed under a structured internship program in a Children and Youth Agency. Assignments are structured to provide progressively responsible practical work experiences which apply generally accepted social work principles in order that knowledge acquired through course curriculum may transform into work skills, and upon completion of the internship period, the employee can function in the field of social services. Training and supervision are accomplished through conferences, detailed instructions, and the frequent review of work in progress and upon completion. The Social Casework Intern is supervised by a Casework Supervisor, or other assigned Manager.

Requirements

• Enrollment as a full-time student in a bachelor’s degree program in sociology, social welfare, psychology, gerontology, or other related behavioral science.
• Completion of 75 credits, including completion of 15 credits in one of the listed majors.
• Valid driver’s license and positive driving record at the time of hire.
• Favorable criminal background check, child abuse and FBI clearances, as well as favorable references.
• Provide proof of a valid Pennsylvania driver’s license within 60 days from the date of hire (or an alternative form of identification if not eligible for a PA driver's license and driving is not an essential function).

Responsibilities

• Perform professional social casework of a training nature under a structured internship program.
• Apply generally accepted social work principles to gain practical work experience.
• Function in the field of social services upon completion of the internship period.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern