Entry-Level County Caseworker: Family & Youth Support

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

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is seeking a County Caseworker 1 in Cambria County to help children, youth, and families achieve healthier wellbeing. The role offers structured training, close supervision, and opportunities to develop essential case management skills within a supportive public service environment.

The position emphasizes learning through guided casework, record review, and active team communication.

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 sociology, social welfare, psychology, gerontology, criminal justice, or related social sciences; or
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training including 12 college credits in sociology, social welfare, psychology, gerontology, criminal justice, or related social sciences and one year of experience as a County Social Services Aide 3 or similar paraprofessional case management functions.

Responsibilities

• Training Participation: Attend agency training sessions to build knowledge of casework practices
• Supportive Services: Provide basic assistance to help families improve daily functioning
• Guided Casework: Work under close supervision while developing decision making skills
• Record Review: Maintain and review required reports and records as part of ongoing learning
• Team Communication: Take part in individual and group conferences with supervisors

Education

Bachelor's degree with 12 credits in sociology, social welfare, psychology, gerontology, criminal justice, or related social sciences

Combination of experience and training including 12 credits in social sciences and one year of paraprofessional case management experience

Job description

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is seeking a County Caseworker 1 in Cambria County to help children, youth, and families achieve healthier wellbeing. The role offers structured training, close supervision, and opportunities to develop essential case management skills within a supportive public service environment.

The position emphasizes learning through guided casework, record review, and active team communication.