Family Services Caseworker – Entry Level

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Lebanon (Lebanon County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania’s Lebanon County Children and Youth Agency is seeking a County Caseworker 1 to perform investigations into reports of child abuse and neglect, provide in-home family support, and coordinate placement services when children cannot remain at home.

The role requires thorough documentation, collaboration with community resources, and the ability to engage children and families in supportive counseling.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree includes 12 credits in sociology, social welfare, psychology, gerontology, criminal justice or related social sciences.
• 2+ years of experience as County Social Services Aide 3 and 2 years of college coursework in related social sciences; or
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training including 12 credits in related social sciences and 1 year of paraprofessional case management experience.

Responsibilities

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

Education

Bachelor's degree with 12 credits in social sciences

2+ years experience in social services/County Aide

Equivalent combination of education and experience

Job description

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania’s Lebanon County Children and Youth Agency is seeking a County Caseworker 1 to perform investigations into reports of child abuse and neglect, provide in-home family support, and coordinate placement services when children cannot remain at home.

The role requires thorough documentation, collaboration with community resources, and the ability to engage children and families in supportive counseling.