County Caseworker 1 (Local Government) - Juniata County C&Y

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Mifflintown (Juniata County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Juniata County is seeking a County Caseworker 1 to support children and families through assessments, referrals, and case management. You will interview clients, explain programs, verify eligibility, and document findings to ensure stable, healthier outcomes.

The position is full-time, Monday–Friday, 8:00 am–4:00 pm, with a required on-call rotation. PA residency is waived for this title and a valid driver's license is required. Background checks apply.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience as a County Social Services Aide 3 with college coursework in sociology or related social sciences.
• 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 college credits and one year of paraprofessional case management work.

Responsibilities

• Client Interviews: Conduct interviews to gather detailed social histories.
• Program Guidance: Explain agency programs and provide clear information to clients.
• Eligibility Review: Verify program eligibility and document findings.
• Service Referrals: Arrange referral services and advocate for client needs.
• Case Management: Maintain records, prepare reports, and manage a caseload using a computer.

Education

Two years as County Social Services Aide 3 and two years of college coursework including 12 credits in sociology/social welfare/psychology/gerontology/criminal justice

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

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

Job description

Stepping into the role of a County Caseworker 1 with Juniata County Child Welfare Services offers you a chance to support people who need guidance and stability. This position lets you make a real difference by helping individuals improve their daily lives. You will work with a team that is committed to positive change. This position gives you the opportunity to grow your career while helping your community.

This role focuses on helping individuals and families work toward healthier and more stable lives. You will guide clients through important steps that support social, emotional, and economic well-being.

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

• Client Interviews:Conduct interviews to gather detailed social histories
• Program Guidance:Explain agency programs and provide clear information to clients
• Eligibility Review:Verify program eligibility and document findings
• Service Referrals:Arrange referral services and advocate for client needs
• Case Management:Maintain organized records, prepare reports, and manage a caseload using a computer

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.
• On call, 9 week rotation during and after regular work hours.
• 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.
• This particular position also 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

• 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

• 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.

• 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.