County Caseworker 1 (LG) - Cambria County Children & Youth Services (MultipleVacancies)

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Johnstown (Cambria County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is seeking County Caseworker 1 at Cambria County Children & Youth Services in Johnstown, PA. This role builds skills in casework practices through training and close supervision, supporting families toward healthier outcomes.

Responsibilities include training participation, providing supportive services, guided casework, and maintaining records under supervision. Requires relevant education/experience and a valid driver’s license, with a full-time schedule and no

Qualifications

• Two years of experience as a County Social Services Aide 3 and two years of college level coursework including 12 credits in sociology, social welfare, psychology, gerontology, criminal justice, or related social sciences; or
• Bachelor's degree including or supplemented by 12 credits in the listed social sciences; or
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training with 12 credits and one year of paraprofessional case management.
• Applicants may be considered eligible if they are within two months of graduation with a qualifying degree/credits.

Responsibilities

• Attend agency training sessions to build knowledge of casework practices
• Provide basic assistance to help families improve daily functioning
• Work under close supervision while developing decision making skills
• Maintain and review required reports and records as part of learning
• Take part in individual and group conferences with supervisors

Education

Two years of college credits in sociology, social welfare, psychology or related social sciences; 12 credits

Bachelor's degree with 12 credits in sociology, social welfare, psychology, gerontology, criminal justice or related social sciences

Equivalent combination of experience and training including 12 credits in related social sciences and one year of paraprofessional case management

Eligibility to graduate within two months of completing qualifying degree/credits

Job description

Salary

$44,167.50 Annually

Location

Cambria County, PA

Job Type

Civil Service Permanent Full-Time

Job Number

CSSC-2026-59228-L0623

Department

Local Government

Division

HS Cambria Co Child Welfare Se

Opening Date

09/25/2026

Closing Date

10/8/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

L0623

Position Number

Multiple positions may be filled from this posting.

Union

SEIU Local 668

Bargaining Unit

LG

Pay Group

LG

Bureau / Division Code

88212711

Bureau / Division

Cambria County Children & Youth Services

Worksite Address

Central Park Complex

110 Franklin Street, Suite 400

City

Johnstown, Pennsylvania

Zip Code

15901

Contact Name

Amy Glessner

THE POSITION

A County Caseworker 1 at Cambria County Children & Youth offers a chance to make a real difference every day. This role welcomes people who want to help children and families find stability and hope. You will join a supportive agency that values learning and growth. Start your path toward a meaningful public service career with us.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position helps children, youth, and families work toward healthier social and emotional well-being. You will learn key casework practices through training and close guidance. As a County Caseworker 1, you will perform the following duties:

• Training Participation: Attend agency training sessions to build knowledge of casework practices
• Supportive Services: Provide basic assistance to help families improve daily functioning
• Guided Casework: Work under close supervision while developing decision making skills
• Record Review: Maintain and review required reports and records as part of ongoing learning
• Team Communication: Take part in individual and group conferences with supervisors

Work Schedule and Additional Information

• Full-time employment.
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

• 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
• 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
• 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.
• Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within two months of graduating with a qualifying degree/credits.

Other Requirements

• PA residency requirement is currently waived for this title.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Additional Requirement

• This particular position also requires you to possess a valid driver's license which is not under suspension.

Legal Requirements

• A conditional offer of employment will require a medical examination.
• This position falls under the provisions of the Child Protective Services Law.
  • Under the Law, a conditional offer of employment will require 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.

Veterans

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS)

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

EXAMINATION INFORMATION

• Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
• Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
• Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
• You must provide complete and accurate information or:
  • your score may be lower than deserved.
  • you may be disqualified.
• You may only apply/test once for this posting.
• Your results will be provided via email.