Intake Caseworker - Child Welfare & Permanency

Montgomery County, PA; Norristown (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Montgomery County, PA is hiring a Caseworker Trainee to provide child protective, placement and permanency services. The role involves home- and community-based work, travel across the county, and coordination with legal authorities to ensure child safety and family stability.

Requirements include a bachelor’s degree in social work or related field (or six months of relevant trainee experience), PA residency, and mandatory clearances.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in social work or related field, or required Intern/trainee experience as specified.
• Six months of experience as a Caseworker Trainee or equivalent internship within 60 days of graduation.
• Must obtain Child Abuse, Criminal History, and FBI Clearances.
• Pennsylvania residency is required.
• Ability to manage caseloads and document in the case management system.

Responsibilities

• Provide child protective, placement and permanency casework services.
• Assess risk, safety, and family strengths in line with laws and best practices.
• Manage caseloads, maintain records, and use the automated case management system.
• Coordinate emergency placements and testify in court when needed.
• Maintain computer proficiency and use MS Word/Outlook as required.
• Travel within the County and occasional out-of-County trips.

Skills

Case management

Microsoft Office

Communication

Decision making

Education

Bachelor's degree in social work or related field with 12 credits in sociology/psychology/related

Tools

Automated case management system

Job description

Montgomery County, PA is hiring a Caseworker Trainee to provide child protective, placement and permanency services. The role involves home- and community-based work, travel across the county, and coordination with legal authorities to ensure child safety and family stability.

Requirements include a bachelor’s degree in social work or related field (or six months of relevant trainee experience), PA residency, and mandatory clearances.