Entry-Level County Caseworker, Child Welfare

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health care insurance

Flexible work schedules

Vacation

Sick time

14 paid holidays

On-call stipends

County pension plan

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania seeks an entry-level County Caseworker 1 in Bedford County to help families achieve safer, healthier lives. You will engage with communities, learn case management, and support children and families through documented services.

This role emphasizes hands-on training, collaboration with a dedicated team, and a pathway to professional development in social services within a supportive county system.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years as a County Social Services Aide 3 and two years of college credits (12 sociology-related)
• Bachelor's degree with 12 sociology credits or related social sciences
• Equivalent combination meeting requirements with 12 sociology credits and one year paraprofessional experience

Responsibilities

• Needs assessment to evaluate family needs and supports
• Resource coordination with community programs and forms
• Team collaboration to achieve positive outcomes
• Policy application to support case decisions
• Client support for children, parents, and caregivers
• Record keeping of case activities and services

Skills

County Social Services Aide 3

Education

Bachelor's degree + 12 sociology credits

Equivalent combination with 12 sociology credits + 1 year paraprofessional

Job description

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania seeks an entry-level County Caseworker 1 in Bedford County to help families achieve safer, healthier lives. You will engage with communities, learn case management, and support children and families through documented services.

This role emphasizes hands-on training, collaboration with a dedicated team, and a pathway to professional development in social services within a supportive county system.