County Caseworker I: Protect & Support Families

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

Job summary

The Lebanon County Children and Youth Agency of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is seeking a County Caseworker 1 to support families and safeguard children. You will perform social case management, investigations, and link families to community resources.

This full-time role involves coordinating placements, conducting interviews, and advocating for children with local agencies. A qualifying degree or equivalent experience is required; telework is not offered.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience as a County Social Services Aide 3 and two years of college coursework including 12 credits in sociology, social welfare, psychology, gerontology, criminal justice, or related social sciences; or a bachelor's degree with 12 credits in those fields.

Responsibilities

• Conduct investigations into reports of child abuse and neglect
• Provide in-home services that strengthen family functioning and safety
• Arrange and monitor placement services when children cannot remain safely in their homes
• Offer guidance and counseling to children and family members to encourage positive decision making
• Collect essential case information and maintain accurate documentation
• Work with agencies and service providers throughout the social services network

Skills

Case management

Social services

Investigation

Counseling

Education

Bachelor's degree with 12 sociology credits

Job description

The Lebanon County Children and Youth Agency of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is seeking a County Caseworker 1 to support families and safeguard children. You will perform social case management, investigations, and link families to community resources.

This full-time role involves coordinating placements, conducting interviews, and advocating for children with local agencies. A qualifying degree or equivalent experience is required; telework is not offered.