Child Welfare Case Specialist

JusticeWorks Family of Services; Altoona (PA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Wellness program

401K with company match

Company paid life insurance

Short and long-term disability

Tuition reimbursement

Paid holidays and PTO

Employee referral bonus

Clearance reimbursement and renewal

Job summary

JusticeWorks YouthCare in Blair County, PA is seeking a dedicated Child Welfare Case Specialist to support children and families by assessing needs, coordinating services, monitoring progress, and promoting safety and well-being.

The role requires an Associate's Degree and experience with youth and families, a valid driver's license, and the ability to pass background clearances and drug screening. It also requires availability for evenings and weekends, with full-time hours.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree required with experience working with youth and families.
• Valid driver's license and access to reliable vehicle.
• Ability to pass background and pre-employment screenings.
• Willingness to work non-traditional hours, including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Review information from County Intake and assess client needs.
• Engage families in service and treatment planning to promote stability.
• Monitor and evaluate effectiveness of services and update plans as needed.
• Transport clients using personal vehicle when required.

Skills

Background clearances

Evenings/weekends availability

Education

Associate's Degree

Job description

CHILD WELFARE CASE SPECIALIST

Full-Time | Salary | JusticeWorks YouthCare

CHILD WELFARE CASE SPECIALIST

Make a difference for children and families in your community.

Compensation: $35,000 - $40,000 per year

Schedule: Full-time with some evenings/weekends

Location: Blair County, PA

Who We Are

At JusticeWorks, the needs of youth and families are at the center of everything we do. Our KidsFirst! philosophy drives us to provide structured, strengths-based services that promote safety, stability, and long-term success. We are committed to doing whatever it takes to help youth and families thrive.

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) - JusticeWorks is proud to be 100% employee owned!

Our ESOP gives employees an ownership interest in the company and a path to long-term retirement growth (at no cost to the employee - meaning when the company succeeds, our employees benefit directly.

About The Role

We are seeking a dedicated Child Welfare Case Specialist to join our Somerset County team. In this role, you will support children and families by assessing needs, coordinating services, monitoring progress, and promoting safety and well-being. Your work will help ensure that every child has the opportunity to grow in a safe and supportive environment.

Minimum Requirements

• Associate's Degree and experience working with youth and families.
• Valid driver's license, auto insurance, and access to a reliable vehicle.
• Ability to pass all required background clearances.
• Ability to pass pre-employment, post-offer drug screening.
• Availability to work non-traditional hours, including evenings and weekends.

What You'll Do

• Review information from the County Intake Department and assess client needs
• Engage families in service and treatment planning to promote stability and positive outcomes.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of services and update plans as needed.
• Transport clients using your personal vehicle when required.

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Wellness Program.
• 401K with company match.
• Company paid life insurance.
• Company paid short term and long-term disability.
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Company paid holidays and paid time off.
• Employee referral bonus.
• Clearance reimbursement and renewal.

JusticeWorks is an equal opportunity employer.