County Caseworker 2 (Local Government) - Delaware County C&Y (Multiple Vacancies)

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Fairview Township (Erie County); Hybrid; USD 44,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Telework after 6 months

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania seeks a County Caseworker 2 in Delaware County to support families dealing with abuse or neglect, conducting home visits and community outreach to safeguard children.

You will perform assessments, manage cases, arrange placements, and advocate for services, with telework opportunities after six months. A background in social services and a PA driver’s license are required.

Qualifications

• Six months of experience as a County Caseworker 1, or successful completion of the County Social Casework Intern program, or a qualifying degree.
• A bachelor's degree with a social welfare major or related social sciences and one year of professional social casework experience.
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training including 12 college credits in sociology, social welfare, psychology or related social sciences.

Responsibilities

• Conduct safety and needs assessments during investigations of abuse or neglect.
• Coordinate services and monitor progress for assigned cases.
• Offer guidance in daily living, child care, employment, and household stability.
• Place children in foster homes and maintain ongoing communication.
• Make referrals and work with community partners to improve service outcomes.
• Attend county programs and formal instruction leading to caseworker certification.

Education

Bachelor's degree in social welfare or related field

Job description

$48,551.50 Annually

Delaware County, PA

Civil Service Permanent Full-Time

CSSC-2026-61971-L0624

Local Government

HS Delaware Co Child Welfare S

11/03/2026

11/16/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

L0624

Multiple positions may be filled from this posting.

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88212723

Delaware County Child Welfare Service

1510 Chester Pike

Eddystone, Pennsylvania

19022

Nicole Jones

610.324.1851

[e-mail]

THE POSITION

As a County Caseworker 2 with Delaware County Children & Youth Services, you will be part of a mission that uplifts families in need. This work provides meaningful interactions that help protect children and strengthen homes. You will gain valuable experience through hands‑on service and community outreach. Step into a role where your efforts truly matter.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position supports children and families who are facing concerns related to abuse or neglect. The work focuses on direct service in homes and community environments. As a County Caseworker 2, you will perform the following duties:

• Conduct Assessments: Evaluate safety and needs during investigations of abuse or neglect
• Provide Case Management: Coordinate services and monitor progress for assigned cases
• Support Families: Offer guidance in areas such as daily living, child care, employment, and household stability
• Arrange Placements: Place children in foster homes when needed and maintain ongoing communication
• Advocate for Services: Make referrals and work with community partners to improve service outcomes
• Participate in Training: Attend county programs and formal instruction leading to caseworker certification

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Telework: After the first six (6) months of employment, you may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Eddystone. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.
• 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

• Six months of experience as a County Caseworker 1; or
• Successful completion of the County Social Casework Intern program; or
• A bachelor's degree with a social welfare major; or
• A bachelor's degree which includes or is supplemented by 12 college credits in sociology, social welfare, psychology, gerontology, criminal justice, or other related social sciences and one year of professional social casework experience in a public or private social service agency; 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.
• 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.
• This particular position also requires you to possess a valid driver's license which is not under suspension.

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.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant's own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information.

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.