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

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Jefferson County C&Y, seeks a County Caseworker 1 to investigate child safety concerns and support families in need. You will engage with children, parents, and partners to promote well-being and protect vulnerable youth.

You will conduct in-person visits, coordinate with schools and providers, and provide testimony in court as required by the role. This is a full-time, non-telework position with PSLF considerations.

Qualifications

• Two years of County Social Services Aide 3 experience with 12 college credits in social sciences.
• Bachelor's degree with 12 credits in social sciences or equivalent.
• Equivalent combination of experience and 12 credits in social sciences plus one year in a similar role.

Responsibilities

• Case Investigation: assess reports of abuse or neglect through direct contact with children and families.
• Family Support: work with parents to address safety needs and link resources.
• Community Collaboration: coordinate with schools, mental health providers, and partners.
• Court Participation: provide testimony and information in court for child protection.
• Field Engagement: conduct in-person visits to monitor safety and progress.

Skills

Case management

Communication

Collaboration

Court testimony

Interpersonal skills

Education

Two years as County Social Services Aide 3 + 12 college credits in social sciences

Bachelor's degree + 12 credits in social sciences

Equivalent combo with 12 credits + 1 year paraprofessional case management

Job description

Join Jefferson County C&Y as a County Caseworker 1 and become part of meaningful work that shapes brighter futures. Every day brings new challenges and rewards as you support children and families in need. You will build strong partnerships with schools, providers, and community members.

Take pride in a role that makes a lasting impact.

This role focuses on investigating concerns for child safety and providing steady support to families during difficult times. You will engage directly with children, parents, and community partners to ensure their well-being.

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

• Case Investigation: Assess reports of possible abuse or neglect through direct contact with children and families
• Family Support: Work with parents and caregivers to address safety needs and connect them with helpful resources
• Community Collaboration: Coordinate with schools, mental health providers, and other partners to support child well-being
• Court Participation: Provide testimony and information in court to help ensure protection of children
• Field Engagement: Conduct regular in person visits to monitor child safety and progress

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.
• Each year of employment counts towards Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).
• 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.

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

• You must pass a background investigation.
• 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

• Pennsylvanialaw (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.

• 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.