Caseworker (Visitation Specialist)

The Children's Institute of Pittsburgh; Pennsylvania; Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Prescription insurance

Dental and Vision insurance

PTO and Holidays

Parental leave

Job summary

The Children's Institute of Pittsburgh is seeking a Visitation Specialist (Caseworker) to provide community-based services, assess family needs, and support safety and stability for children and families in Beaver County, PA. The role combines field work with required documentation and coordination with courts and community partners.

Responsibilities include developing service plans, educating parents, transporting families to appointments, and maintaining HIPAA-compliant records while meeting

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology or a related Human Service field is required.
• Active clearance checks (Act 33/34) and FBI clearance are required.
• Valid driver's license and personal auto insurance with sufficient coverage.
• Reliable vehicle and ability to meet driving history checks.

Responsibilities

• Assess client and family needs using formal and informal evaluations, referral documentation, and family input.
• Develop and implement individual service plans focused on safety, stability, and parenting capacity.
• Provide parent education using evidence-based curricula tailored to each family's needs.
• Assist families in accessing and navigating housing, healthcare, education, and basic needs.
• Transport clients to visits, court hearings, and service appointments.
• Complete all required documentation accurately in the electronic health record.
• Participate in program audits, case reviews, and legal proceedings when required.
• Adhere to confidentiality and HIPAA/CPSL protocols; participate in interagency planning.
• Meet billable service targets and complete at least 40 hours of role-related training annually.

Skills

Clearances (Act 33/34)

FBI Clearance

Driving ability

Communication skills

Record-keeping

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology or related Human Service field

Tools

Valid driver's license

Personal automobile liability insurance $300,000

Vehicle has current inspection

Job description

Careers at Our Amazing Place. At The Children's Institute of Pittsburgh, we've built our legacy on being amazing. After more than a century of the highest quality care and service to children and their families, we're forever proud of our team members who don't just make a career here - they make a difference.

Job Title: Caseworker (Visitation Specialist) Location: Beaver County, PA Schedule: Full-time, Self-determined schedule, Hybrid, some evenings and weekends

About The Team The Visitation Specialist provides direct, community-based services to families and children with the goal of promoting safety, stability, and well-being. This role involves assessing family needs, developing individualized service plans, supporting parenting skill development, supervising family visitation and connecting families with appropriate community resources. The FSS is expected to maintain accurate documentation, adhere to regulatory standards, and work collaboratively with county and community stakeholders to support family preservation and reunification.

About The Position The Visitation Specialist is a hybrid community-based role that assesses and monitors the safety and wellbeing of the child(ren) while simultaneously teaching parenting skills and providing connection to community resources for the purpose of stabilizing the home environment. Job responsibilities include:

• Assess client and family needs using formal and informal evaluations, referral documentation, and family input
• Develop and implement individual service plans focused on safety, stability, and parenting capacity
• Provide parent education using evidence-based curricula and tailored to each family's needs and learning style.
• Assist families in accessing and navigating resources such as housing, healthcare, education, and basic needs
• Transport clients to visits, court hearings, service appointments, and other relevant obligations
• Complete all required documentation (e.g., service plans, progress notes, contact logs) accurately and on time using the electronic health record
• Participate in program audits, case reviews, and legal proceedings when required
• Adhere to confidentiality and professional standards, including HIPAA and CPSL mandated reporter protocols
• Participate in case conferences, court hearings, team meetings, and interagency planning sessions
• Meet required billable service delivery targets as defined by program, standards
• Participate in required professional development, completing a minimum of 40 hours of role-relevant training annually, and maintain documentation of completion
• Willingness to work non-traditional work hours including evenings and weekends to accommodate family needs and court orders

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology or a related Human Service field required
• Minimum of one year experience required with a related (non-Human Services) degree
• Act 33/34 Clearances
• FBI Clearance
• Valid, current driver's license and personal automobile liability insurance with a minimum of $300,000 combined single limit coverage
• Approval to verify driving history at the time of authorization and annually; approval to verify insurance coverage at the time of authorization and semi-annually
• Reliable automobile with current inspection
• Ability to meet physical and mental requirements of the job

Amazing Benefits

• Medical and Prescription insurance-Choice of two health plans and networks
• Dental and Vision-Free coverage for team members.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holidays
• Medical, Bereavement, Educational, & Personal Leaves
• Parental leave (birth & adoption) paid-6 weeks
• 403b Retirement Plan - pre-tax & Roth options; employer match after 1 year
• Student Loan Refinancing Program
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program - CI qualifies as non-profit
• Education Assistance/Tuition Reimbursement
• Professional Development/CEU's
• Life and Short- & Long-Term Disability insurance
• Credit Union
• Team Member Recognition Events
• Referral bonus
• CPR-employer paid
• Travel mileage reimbursement at federal rate

The Children's Institute of Pittsburgh is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We serve a diverse population of children and families, and we want our workforce to reflect that same diversity. We want all interested individuals to feel welcome in applying for a career at our amazing place - we can't wait to meet you!

The Children's Institute does not exclude, deny benefits to, or otherwise discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, national origin, religious creed, AIDS or HIV status, disability, ancestry, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, union membership, or veteran/military status in employment.