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

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Lebanon County Children and Youth Agency seeks a County Caseworker 1 to help keep children safe and supported. You will investigate reports, provide in-home family services, coordinate placements, counsel families, and gather essential information with thorough documentation.

The role emphasizes collaboration with community resources and adherence to child welfare guidelines. Full-time, weekday schedule; PA residency waived for this title.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in social services or related field with relevant coursework.
• Bachelor's degree with 12 credits in sociology, social welfare, psychology or related social sciences.
• Equivalent mix of education and experience meeting the above requirements.

Responsibilities

• Case Investigation: conduct investigations into reports of child abuse/neglect.
• Family Support: provide in-home services to strengthen family safety.
• Placement Coordination: arrange and monitor placement services.
• Client Counseling: offer guidance to children and families for decisions.
• Information Gathering: collect case information and document accurately.
• Agency Collaboration: work with service providers across the social services network.

Skills

Case Investigation

Family Support

Placement Coordination

Client Counseling

Information Gathering

Agency Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree + 12 credits in social sciences

Two years experience as County Social Services Aide 3

Equivalent combination of experience and education

Job description

THE POSITION

Join the Lebanon County Children and Youth Agency as a County Caseworker 1 and be part of a team that brings hope to families. This position allows you to make a real impact by helping children stay safe and supported.

Your efforts will shape brighter futures and strengthen your community.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

Employees in this role provide social and case management services to children, youth, and families across a range of needs. The position requires careful investigation, supportive counseling, and coordination with community resources.

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

• Case Investigation: Conduct investigations into reports of child abuse and neglect


• Family Support: Provide in-home services that strengthen family functioning and safety


• Placement Coordination: Arrange and monitor placement services when children cannot remain safely in their homes


• Client Counseling: Offer guidance and counseling to children and family members to encourage positive decision making


• Information Gathering: Collect essential case information and maintain accurate documentation


• Agency Collaboration: Work with agencies and service providers throughout the social services network

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment.


• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30 minute lunch.
  • On-call rotation, overtime as needed.


• 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 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:

• 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.