Child Welfare Casework Supervisor

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is seeking a Caseworker Supervisor to oversee direct supervision of caseworkers and ensure adherence to state and federal rules, agency policies, and required timelines. This role involves coordinating services for children, youth, and families to promote safety and well-being.

The position requires on-site work with standard business hours, some after-hours and on-call coverage, and a focus on strong collaborative engagement with community partners and legal

Qualifications

• Two years of professional experience in public or private social work and a bachelor's degree with major coursework in sociology, social welfare, psychology, gerontology, criminal justice, or other related social sciences; or
• Any equivalent combination of experience and education which includes 12 college credits in sociology, social welfare, psychology, gerontology, criminal justice, or other related social sciences.

Responsibilities

• Oversee each caseworker's placement reviews, guidance, and ongoing service planning
• Ensure all case documents, plans, and assessments meet state, federal, and agency requirements
• Review and schedule petitions, forms, and casework meetings with legal representatives
• Coordinate case management and counseling services for children, youth, and families facing crises or major life changes
• Supervise the review of suspected child abuse or neglect cases
• Meet with community partners to align services with the needs of children and youth

Skills

Social work experience

Bachelor's degree in social sciences

Public sector experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in sociology, social welfare, psychology, gerontology, criminal justice, or related social sciences

12 college credits in related social sciences

Job description

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is seeking a Caseworker Supervisor to oversee direct supervision of caseworkers and ensure adherence to state and federal rules, agency policies, and required timelines. This role involves coordinating services for children, youth, and families to promote safety and well-being.

The position requires on-site work with standard business hours, some after-hours and on-call coverage, and a focus on strong collaborative engagement with community partners and legal