County Caseworker ; Local Government - Montour County C&Y

County Caseworker 1 – Montour County Children and Youth

County Caseworker 1 offers a chance to make a real difference for local families. This role supports children and strengthens family stability during difficult times. You will join a team that values compassion and determination. If you want meaningful work that truly matters, this position is for you.

This role focuses on supporting families from the time they are referred to the agency through the completion of services. You will work in homes, offices, and community settings to help families reach safety and stability.

• Family Meetings:
  Meet with families regularly in various settings to understand needs and guide progress.
• Service Coordination:
  Work with service providers to support family goals related to safety and self‑sufficiency.
• Case Documentation:
  Complete data entry and maintain accurate case records for agency use and court testimony.
• Crisis Response:
  Provide crisis intervention during urgent situations and participate in scheduled on‑call rotations.
• Policy Compliance:
  Follow all DHS regulations and agency procedures related to client services.

• Full‑time employment.
• Work hours are 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday–Friday, with a 1‑hour lunch.
• Shared On‑Call:
  Participate in on‑call rotations.
• Telework:
  Telework is not an option for this position.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email.

• Two years of experience as a County Social Services Aide 3 plus two years of college‑level coursework including 12 college credits in sociology, social welfare, psychology, gerontology, criminal justice, or related social sciences; or
• A bachelor’s degree that includes or is supplemented by the successful completion of 12 college credits in the same fields; or
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training that includes 12 college credits in these fields and one year of experience as a County Social Services Aide 3 or in a similar position performing paraprofessional case management functions.
• Applicants meeting these educational requirements within two months of graduating will be considered eligible.

• Pennsylvania residency requirement is currently waived for this title.
• You must possess a valid, non‑suspended driver’s license.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

• You must pass a background investigation.
• This position falls under the Child Protective Services Law. A conditional offer will require satisfactory criminal history reports, including Pennsylvania State Police clearance, Pennsylvania Child Abuse history clearance, and FBI fingerprint clearance.

• Resumes and cover letters will not be reviewed. Submission of additional materials is not warranted.
• Answer supplemental application questions with detailed, accurate experience/education information; transcripts may be submitted if claiming education.
• Submit the application by the posting closing date. Late applications will be rejected.
• Failure to comply with these requirements may result in elimination from consideration.
• All materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant’s own experience. Use of AI tools for preparation only is permitted; misrepresentation or falsification is prohibited.

• Pennsylvania law provides employment preference for qualified veterans. To learn more, visit the Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry website.

• TRS is available for hearing and speech disabilities.

Applicants with disabilities requiring accommodation may discuss their request with the interviewer in advance of the interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion and seeks to recruit, develop, and retain qualified people to serve Pennsylvania citizens. 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.

• Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as the exam for this position.
• Your score is based on the information you provide on the application and supplemental questions.
• Scores are valid only for this posting.
• Providing incomplete or inaccurate information may result in a lower score or disqualification.
• You may only apply/test once for this posting.
• Results will be provided via email.