County Caseworker ; Local Government - Juniata County C&Y

Overview

Become a County Caseworker 1 with the Juniata County Children & Youth Agency and help local families build safer and stronger lives. This role gives you the opportunity to guide people through difficult situations with care and respect. You will be part of a supportive team that works together to improve community well-being. Take the next step in a meaningful and rewarding career.

This position focuses on helping individuals, families, and/or groups (needy, aged, people with disabilities, institutionalized or dependent adults and children) adjust to social, economic, mental, and physical challenges. Your work will involve gathering information, guiding clients through available services, and keeping organized records.

• Client Interviews: Interview clients to collect detailed social histories and assess their needs.
• Program Guidance: Explain agency programs and provide clear information about available supports.
• Eligibility Review: Determine and verify client eligibility for services and resources.
• Service Referrals: Coordinate referral services and advocate for clients to access assistance.
• Action Planning: Develop and carry out social action plans tailored to client needs.
• Record Management: Maintain organized records and prepare reports using a computer system.

Full‑time employment. Work hours are 8:00 am to 4:00 pm, Monday–Friday, with a 30‑minute lunch. On call, a 9‑week rotation during and after regular work hours.
You will not have the option to telework in this position.

• Two years of experience as a County Social Services Aide 3 and two years of college‑level coursework that includes 12 college credits in sociology, social welfare, psychology, gerontology, criminal justice, or other related social sciences; or
• A bachelor's degree that includes or is supplemented by successful completion of 12 college credits in sociology, social welfare, psychology, gerontology, criminal justice, or other related social sciences; or
• 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 and one year of experience as a County Social Services Aide 3 or in a similar position performing paraprofessional case management functions.
• Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within two months of graduating with a qualifying degree or credits.

• PA residency requirement is currently waived for this title.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.
• This position requires a valid driver’s license that is not under suspension.

• You must pass a background investigation.
• This position falls under the provisions of the Child Protective Services Law.
  • Under the Law, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports including, but not limited to, PA State Police clearance, PA Child Abuse history clearance, and FBI Fingerprint clearance.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law.

All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.