Child Welfare Caseworker II — Build Safer Futures

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Sunbury (Northumberland County); On-site; USD 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is seeking a County Caseworker 2 in Sunbury, PA. The role focuses on helping children and families access social services to promote safety and stability, working with community partners and maintaining case records.

Responsibilities include conducting interviews, home visits, and coordinating services, with after‑hours responses when needed. PA residency is waived; a valid driver’s license is required for this permanent full‑time civil service position.

Qualifications

• Six months of experience as a County Caseworker 1 or completion of the County Social Casework Intern program.
• A bachelor's degree with a social welfare major or a bachelor’s degree which includes 12 credits in sociology, social welfare, psychology, gerontology, criminal justice, or other related social sciences and one year of professional social casework experience.
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training which includes 12 college credits in related social sciences.
• Educational requirements may be met within two months of graduating with a qualifying degree/credits.
• PA residency requirement is waived for this title.
• A valid driver’s license is required.

Responsibilities

• Casework Services: Provide guidance to children and families to support safety, permanence, and overall well‑being.
• Family Contacts: Maintain frequent contact with children, parents, and foster parents to address concerns and support progress.
• Interviews and Visits: Conduct interviews, home visits, and meetings to assess safety and understand family needs.
• Documentation Tasks: Prepare forms, maintain case records, and complete correspondence according to agency standards.
• Database Use: Use the CAPS system to enter and review information in a timely and accurate manner.
• After‑Hours Response: Respond to emergency calls after hours and investigate reports when assigned.

Skills

Casework experience

Interviews

Documentation

Client/family contact

Education

Bachelor's degree in social welfare

Bachelor's degree with 12 credits in related social sciences

Tools

CAPS system

Job description

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is seeking a County Caseworker 2 in Sunbury, PA. The role focuses on helping children and families access social services to promote safety and stability, working with community partners and maintaining case records.

Responsibilities include conducting interviews, home visits, and coordinating services, with after‑hours responses when needed. PA residency is waived; a valid driver’s license is required for this permanent full‑time civil service position.