County Caseworker 1 (Local Government) - Clearfield County C&Y (MultipleVacancies)

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Clearfield (Clearfield County); On-site; USD 37,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is seeking a County Caseworker 1 in Clearfield County Child Welfare to help children and families achieve safer, more stable lives. You will learn essential casework skills within a supportive team that prioritizes respect and effective problem solving.

The Department of Human Services encourages motivated applicants ready to serve the community. The role emphasizes direct client support, community resource navigation, and adherence to child welfare policies.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience as a County Social Services Aide 3 and two years of college level coursework 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.

Responsibilities

• Family Support: Guide children and families through challenges to improve home stability
• Resource Learning: Learn community services and help clients complete necessary forms
• Team Collaboration: Work with coworkers to reach positive outcomes for families
• Regulation Application: Apply laws and policies to support safe and appropriate resolutions
• Client Assistance: Support individuals with varied physical, emotional, and economic needs

Education

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

Two years of experience as County Social Services Aide 3

Equivalent combination of experience and training including 12 credits in sociology etc. and one year of paraprofessional case management

Job description

Salary

$43,875.00 Annually

Location

Clearfield County, PA

Job Type

Civil Service Permanent Full-Time

Job Number

CS-2026-57341-L0623

Department

Local Government

Division

HS Clearfield Co Child Welfare

Opening Date

10/05/2026

Closing Date

10/18/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

L0623

Position Number

Multiple positions may be filled from this posting.

Union

Teamsters

Bargaining Unit

LG

Pay Group

LG

Bureau / Division Code

88212717

Bureau / Division

Clearfield County Child Welfare Service

Worksite Address

212 1/2 East Locust Street

City

Clearfield, Pennsylvania

Zip Code

16830

Contact Name

Lisa McLaughlin

THE POSITION

NOTE: THIS IS A REPOSTING OF CS-2026-57341-L0623. IF YOU APPLIED UNDER THE PREVIOUS POSTING WHICH WAS OPEN FROM AUGUST 31, 2026 TO SEPTEMBER 13, 2026, YOU CANNOT SUBMIT A NEW APPLICATION.

As a County Caseworker 1 with Clearfield County Child Welfare, you will help children and families work toward safer and more stable lives. This role provides an opportunity to learn important skills while making a real difference in the community. You will work with a supportive team that values respect and strong problem solving. The Department of Human Services welcomes motivated applicants who want to help others succeed.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This role supports children and families by helping them access community resources, understand their rights, and work toward a stable home environment. As a County Caseworker 1, you will perform the following duties:

• Family Support: Guide children and families through challenges to improve home stability
• Resource Learning: Learn community services and help clients complete necessary forms
• Team Collaboration: Work with coworkers to reach positive outcomes for families
• Regulation Application: Apply laws and policies to support safe and appropriate resolutions
• Client Assistance: Support individuals with varied physical, emotional, and economic needs

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment.
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with 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 Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• 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.

Legal Requirements:

• 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.