Impactful County Caseworker: Intake & Referral

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Canaan Township (PA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania seeks a County Caseworker 1 - Intake Screener for Wayne County Child Welfare Services. You will support children and families during pivotal moments, building communication skills in a supportive environment.

Responsibilities include intake screening, information verification, case assessment, service coordination, record preparation, and occasional court appearances. Full‑time schedule; telework is not available. Apply via email when notices arrive.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience as a County Social Services Aide 3 and two years of college-level coursework including 12 credits in sociology, social welfare, psychology, gerontology, criminal justice, or related social sciences.
• Bachelor's degree includes or is supplemented by 12 college credits in sociology, social welfare, psychology, gerontology, criminal justice, or related social sciences, or equivalent combination with one year of paraprofessional case management experience.
• Educational requirements may be met within two months of graduating with qualifying degree/credits.

Responsibilities

• Intake Screening: Receive, document, and process referrals via phone, walk‑in, and electronic systems.
• Information Verification: Confirm demographic details, conduct collateral contacts, and monitor protective service alerts.
• Case Assessment: Interview clients, gather social histories, and evaluate family needs to determine service eligibility.
• Service Coordination: Make referrals, support plans for child well‑being, and provide protective services for abused or neglected children.
• Record Preparation: Create case documentation, reports, home studies, and maintain accurate records.
• Court and Meetings: Attend court sessions, provide testimony when needed, and participate in staff meetings and training.

Skills

Experience in social services

Interviewing skills

Education

Bachelor's degree with 12 credits in social sciences

Job description

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania seeks a County Caseworker 1 - Intake Screener for Wayne County Child Welfare Services. You will support children and families during pivotal moments, building communication skills in a supportive environment.

Responsibilities include intake screening, information verification, case assessment, service coordination, record preparation, and occasional court appearances. Full‑time schedule; telework is not available. Apply via email when notices arrive.