Substitute County Caseworker 1 (Local Government) - Fayette County C&Y
About The Position
This position focuses on investigating reports of mistreatment and helping ensure the safety of children in crisis situations. As a Substitute County Caseworker 1, you will perform the following duties: Child Safety Checks: Investigate reports of mistreatment and respond to situations involving possible abuse Case Documentation: Enter information into case records to maintain accurate and complete files Crisis Response: Provide intervention during emergencies and take part in on-call rotations Training Completion: Participate in required instruction to achieve Caseworker Certification Team Support: Carry out tasks assigned by supervisors and assist with other responsibilities.
Requirements
- A bachelor's degree which includes or is supplemented by successful completion of 12 college credits in sociology, social welfare, psychology, gerontology, criminal justice, or other related social sciences; or Two years of experience as a County Social Services Aide 3 and two years of college level course work which includes 12 college credits in sociology, social welfare, psychology, gerontology, criminal justice, or other related social sciences; 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 and one year of experience as a County Social Services Aide 3 or in a similar position performing paraprofessional case management functions.
- Possess a valid driver’s license which is not under suspension.
- Must be able to perform essential job functions.
- 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.
Nice To Haves
- Opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, up to 1 day per week after approval of supervisor and must hold regular status as County Caseworker 1.
- Securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania (if teleworking).
Responsibilities
- Investigate reports of mistreatment and respond to situations involving possible abuse
- Enter information into case records to maintain accurate and complete files
- Provide intervention during emergencies and take part in on-call rotations
- Participate in required instruction to achieve Caseworker Certification
- Carry out tasks assigned by supervisors and assist with other responsibilities
Benefits
- Retirement plan
- Blue Cross/Blue Shield health insurance
- Paid vacation
- Paid sick time
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
