County Caseworker ; Local Government - Cameron County Children & Youth

As a County Caseworker 1 for Cameron County Children and Youth Services, you become part of a mission that strengthens and protects the community. Your work will connect families to the resources they need most. You will grow new skills and gain rewarding experience. This is your opportunity to build a meaningful career.

County Caseworker 1 support individuals and families as they work toward safer and more stable lives. The role involves evaluating needs and guiding clients to helpful services. As a County Caseworker 1, you will perform the following duties:

• Social Interviews: Gather detailed personal histories through in-depth client interviews
• Program Information: Provide clear explanations of available agency programs and services
• Eligibility Review: Determine and verify client eligibility for program benefits
• Referral Coordination: Connect clients with partner agencies for additional support
• Action Planning: Develop and carry out social plans that guide clients toward improved well‑being
• Counseling Support: Offer structured counseling and related guidance to help clients move forward

• Full‑time employment.
• Work hours are 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM Monday – Friday, with a 1‑hour lunch.
• Caseworkers occasionally may be required to work outside regularly scheduled hours.
• Caseworkers are required to participate in a 24‑hour on‑call rotation.
• Employees receive 13 paid holidays, plus paid sick and vacation.
• Travel is required.
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

• Two years of experience as a County Social Services Aide 3 and two years of college‑level coursework which includes 12 college credits in sociology, social welfare, psychology, gerontology, criminal justice, or other related social sciences;
  or
• A bachelor's degree which 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/credits.

• PA residency requirement is currently waived for this title.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

• 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.

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

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.