County Caseworker 1 (Local Government) - Fulton County C&Y (Multiple Vacancies)

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Longevity incentives

Tuition reimbursement program access

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania – Fulton County Child Welfare Services is seeking an entry-level County Caseworker 1 to respond to reports, investigate concerns, and help families through challenging circumstances under supervision.

You will join a team that provides guidance, training, and opportunities for development, with mandatory on-call duties and a schedule of 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday through Friday; telework is not available.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience as a County Social Services Aide 3 or equivalent paraprofessional case management functions.
• Bachelor's degree with 12 college credits in sociology, social welfare, psychology, gerontology, criminal justice, or related social sciences.
• Equivalent combination of experience and training including 12 college credits in the listed social sciences and one year of paraprofessional case management experience.

Responsibilities

• Report Response: Receive and investigate reports of child abuse and neglect.
• Family Support: Provide in-home case management services with guidance from supervisors.
• Court Participation: Take part in court activities including placement and adoption processes.
• Training Completion: Participate in extensive training on agency rules and child welfare practices.
• Data Entry: Enter case information into the case management system in a timely manner.
• On Call Duties: Join the mandatory on-call rotation with support from agency supervisors.

Job description

THE POSITION

Become a County Caseworker 1 with Fulton County Child Welfare Services and make a positive difference in the lives of children and families. This entry level role offers valuable training and hands-on experience in supporting families through challenging circumstances. You will work with a team that provides guidance, supervision, and opportunities for development. Step into a position that builds your skills while helping others find security and hope.

THE POSITION

Become a County Caseworker 1 with Fulton County Child Welfare Services and make a positive difference in the lives of children and families. This entry level role offers valuable training and hands-on experience in supporting families through challenging circumstances. You will work with a team that provides guidance, supervision, and opportunities for development. Step into a position that builds your skills while helping others find security and hope.

Employees have the ability to earn longevity incentives as well as the chance to participate in tuition reimbursement program opportunities through the County for ongoing education.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position supports children and families by responding to reports, completing investigations, and providing in home services with supervision and guidance.

As a County Caseworker 1, you will perform the following duties:

• Report Response: Receive and investigate reports of child abuse and neglect
• Family Support: Provide in home case management services with guidance from supervisors
• Court Participation: Take part in court activities including placement and adoption processes
• Training Completion: Participate in extensive training on agency rules and child welfare practices
• Data Entry: Enter case information into the case management system in a timely manner
• On Call Duties: Join the mandatory on call rotation with support from agency supervisors

Work Schedule and Additional Information

• Full-time employment.
• Work hours are 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Mandatory on-call rotation.
• 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.
• This particular position requires you to possess a valid driver's license which is not under suspension.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements

• A conditional offer of employment will require a drug screening.
• 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.