Caseworker, Social Work

and the job listing Expires on January 31, 2026

The County of Adams Children and Youth agency is in search of new team members who resonate with our belief in the power of families and are dedicated to helping them achieve a more stable and healthier social, economic, and emotional state. This role will involve recommending services designed to protect children’s well-being and maintain family unity whenever possible. Our method emphasizes interviewing, assessing, goal-setting, and providing ongoing support and accountability, empowering families to reach their fullest potential.

The ideal candidates should possess the ability to establish rapport with both colleagues and clients while thriving in a fast-paced environment, demonstrating adaptability and a strong capacity to meet deadlines effectively.

• A Bachelor’s degree that includes or is supplemented by 12 college credits in sociology, social welfare, psychology, gerontology, criminal justice, or other related social sciences.
• To be considered for a Caseworker 2, the candidate must have at least one year experience as a County Caseworker 1 with a certificate of direct service worker and a Bachelor’s degree that includes or is supplemented by 12 college credits in sociology, social welfare, psychology, gerontology, criminal justice, or other related social science; or one year experience of professional social casework experience in a public or private social services agency with a Bachelor’s degree in a related field that includes or is supplemented by 12 college credits in sociology, social work, psychology, gerontology, criminal justice or other related field.

Must possess a valid driver’s license, personal vehicle, and current automobile insurance.

• Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Clearance (Act 33)
• Pennsylvania State Police Request for Criminal Records Check (Act 34)
• FBI Criminal Background Check (Act 73)

• Cover Letter & Resume, when applying through Indeed, the documents will need to be merged in to one.
• Online application, including the profile portion of the Career Center

Applications will NOT be considered without all required documentation submitted.

Status:
Full Time / 40 hours per week. Normal working hours are 8:00AM – 4:30PM with a half hour unpaid lunch, but may vary slightly.
Compensation: $21.92 / hour minimum to start, dependent upon experience

To view the full job description and position requirements, you will need to be on County of Adams employment page: adamscountypa.gov and click we are hiring and the applicable job posting.

The Adams County Children and Youth agency is a Drug Free Workplace. The use, possession, distribution, or sale of federal illegal drugs or controlled substances is prohibited, including but not limited to medical marijuana.

We offer an excellent benefit package including dental, medical, vision, prescription, life insurance, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, wellness initiative, and a pension plan with County contributions.