Remote-Eligible County Caseworker II - Child Welfare

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Garrettford (PA); Hybrid; USD 44,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania in Drexel Hill, PA is seeking a County Caseworker 2 for Delaware County Children & Youth Services. This role focuses on direct home and community-based services to protect children and support families.

Responsibilities include assessing safety, coordinating services, and placing children in foster homes when needed. After six months, telework may be available; travel within PA may be required.

Qualifications

• Six months of experience as a County Caseworker 1; or completion of County Social Casework Intern program;
• Bachelor's degree with a social welfare major; orBachelor's degree with 12 college credits in sociology, social welfare, psychology, gerontology, criminal justice or related social sciences and one year of professional social casework experience;
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Conduct Assessments: Evaluate safety and needs during investigations of abuse or neglect
• Provide Case Management: Coordinate services and monitor progress for assigned cases
• Support Families: Offer guidance in daily living, child care, employment, and household stability
• Arrange Placements: Place children in foster homes when needed and maintain ongoing communication
• Advocate for Services: Make referrals and work with community partners to improve service outcomes
• Participate in Training: Attend county programs and formal instruction leading to caseworker certification

Skills

Six months of experience as County Cas

Education

Bachelor's degree with a social welfare major

Bachelor's degree with 12 credits in sociology/social sciences and 1 year of casework

Equivalent combination of education and 12 credits in related social sciences

Job description

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania in Drexel Hill, PA is seeking a County Caseworker 2 for Delaware County Children & Youth Services. This role focuses on direct home and community-based services to protect children and support families.

Responsibilities include assessing safety, coordinating services, and placing children in foster homes when needed. After six months, telework may be available; travel within PA may be required.