County Caseworker 2 (Local Government) - Union County C&Y

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Linntown (PA); Híbrido; USD 41.000 - 50.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is seeking a County Caseworker 2 for Union County Children and Youth Services. This full-time role focuses on safeguarding children, assessing family needs, and coordinating services to promote safe, stable homes.

Work hours are 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday through Friday, with potential telework after six months. A degree with social welfare major or equivalent experience is required, with strong opportunities to engage the community in Lewisburg and surrounding

Formación

• 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.

Responsabilidades

• Initial Assessments: Gather information, assess home stability, and evaluate caregiver capabilities
• Safety Actions: Identify risks, implement safety responses, and coordinate needed services
• Family Engagement: Maintain contact with families and community partners to support progress
• Case Documentation: Prepare detailed case notes, reports, and required forms
• Service Coordination: Refer families to appropriate agency and community supports
• 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.
• Overtime and on-call rotation is a requirement of employment
• Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time after 6 months. 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 Lewisburg, PA The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.

Educación

Bachelor's degree with social welfare major

Bachelor's degree plus 12 sociology/social welfare credits and 1 year social casework experience

12 credits in sociology/social welfare/psychology/gerontology/criminal justice or related social sciences

Equivalent combination including 12 related credits

Within two months of graduating with qualifying degree/credits

Descripción del empleo

Salary

$45,180.00 Annually

Location

Union County, PA

Job Type

Civil Service Permanent Full-Time

Job Number

CS-2026-62621-L0624

Department

Local Government

Division

HS Union Co Child Welfare Serv

Opening Date

11/12/2026

Closing Date

11/25/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

L0624

Position Number

80007136

Union

Non-Union

Bargaining Unit

LG

Pay Group

LG

Bureau / Division Code

88212760

Bureau / Division

Union Co Child Welfare Serv

Worksite Address

1610 Industrial Boulevard

Worksite Address

Suite 200

City

Lewisburg, Pennsylvania

Zip Code

17837

Contact Name

Matthew Ernst

Contact Phone

570.522.1330

Contact Email

[e-mail]

THE POSITION

The County Caseworker 2 position with Union County Children and Youth Services offers a chance to make a real difference for families in need. Every day brings new challenges and the chance to help children stay safe and supported. This role gives you the chance to build strong, caring connections with people who depend on your guidance.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This role focuses on supporting the safety and stability of children and families through careful assessment and ongoing guidance. As a County Caseworker 2, you will perform the following duties:

• Initial Assessments: Gather information, assess home stability, and evaluate caregiver capabilities
• Safety Actions: Identify risks, implement safety responses, and coordinate needed services
• Family Engagement: Maintain contact with families and community partners to support progress
• Case Documentation: Prepare detailed case notes, reports, and required forms
• Service Coordination: Refer families to appropriate agency and community supports
• 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.
  • Overtime and on-call rotation is a requirement of employment
• Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time after 6 months. 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 Lewisburg, PA 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

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• 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.

Legal Requirements:

• A conditional offer of employment will require submission of criminal history reports. See hiring agency contact information.
• You must pass a background investigation.
• A conditional offer of employment will require a drug screening.

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.