Entry-Level County Caseworker — Safeguard Families

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Coaldale (Schuylkill County); Vor Ort; USD 42.000 - 56.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

health care insurance

flexible work schedules

vacation

sick time

14 paid holidays

on-call stipends

county pension plan

Zusammenfassung

Bedford County Child Welfare Services in Bedford, PA is seeking an entry-level County Caseworker 1 to help families access services and pursue safer home environments. You will receive training to assist clients, apply rules, and coordinate with community resources.

The role involves needs assessment, resource coordination, team collaboration, policy application, client support, and meticulous record-keeping, with full-time hours and no telework option. A background check is required.

Qualifikationen

• Two years of experience as a County Social Services Aide 3 and two years of college level coursework which includes 12 college credits in sociology, social welfare, psychology, gerontology, criminal justice, or other related social sciences; or
• A bachelor's degree which includes or is supplemented by successful completion of 12 college credits in sociology, social welfare, psychology, gerontology, criminal justice, or other related social sciences; 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 and one year of experience as a County Social Services Aide 3 or in a similar position performing paraprofessional case management functions.
• Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within two months of graduating with a qualifying degree/credits.

Aufgaben

• Needs Assessment: Learn to evaluate family needs and identify supports that guide them toward safer home situations
• Resource Coordination: Help clients understand community programs and complete required forms
• Team Collaboration: Work with coworkers to achieve positive outcomes for children and families
• Policy Application: Apply laws, regulations, and procedures to support appropriate case decisions
• Client Support: Assist children, parents, and caregivers who may face physical, emotional, or economic challenges
• Record Keeping: Maintain accurate documentation related to case activities and services provided

Ausbildung

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

Jobbeschreibung

Bedford County Child Welfare Services in Bedford, PA is seeking an entry-level County Caseworker 1 to help families access services and pursue safer home environments. You will receive training to assist clients, apply rules, and coordinate with community resources.

The role involves needs assessment, resource coordination, team collaboration, policy application, client support, and meticulous record-keeping, with full-time hours and no telework option. A background check is required.