Impactful County Caseworker II — Child Welfare

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Dushore (Sullivan County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Sullivan County Children & Youth Services is seeking a County Caseworker 2 to support the safety, permanency, and well-being of children and families in Sullivan County. You will perform assessments, coordinate services, document activities, and collaborate with professionals to ensure positive outcomes.

The role involves after-hours on-call, travel, and a 8:30 AM–4:00 PM schedule, with 14 paid holidays and leave benefits. Telework is not offered for this position.

Qualifications

• Six months of experience as County Caseworker 1 or
• Successful completion of the County Social Casework Intern program
• Bachelor's degree with social welfare focus or related credits
• Bachelor's degree plus 12 social sciences credits and one year of casework experience
• Any equivalent combination including 12 social sciences credits
• Within two months of graduating may meet educational requirements

Responsibilities

• Assess abuse/neglect allegations and determine next steps
• Provide casework and counseling to children and families
• Refer families to community services and monitor resources
• Complete forms and maintain case activity records
• Prepare information and provide testimony in court when required
• Collaborate with educators, medical personnel, law enforcement, courts and others to support child welfare

Skills

Experience in county casework

Social casework experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in social welfare or related field

Bachelor's degree with 12 credits in sociology/social sciences

Job description

Sullivan County Children & Youth Services is seeking a County Caseworker 2 to support the safety, permanency, and well-being of children and families in Sullivan County. You will perform assessments, coordinate services, document activities, and collaborate with professionals to ensure positive outcomes.

The role involves after-hours on-call, travel, and a 8:30 AM–4:00 PM schedule, with 14 paid holidays and leave benefits. Telework is not offered for this position.