County Caseworker ; Local Government - Delaware County C&Y; Eddystone

Begin a meaningful path as a County Caseworker 1 with the Delaware County Department of Human Services. In this role, you will support families through important challenges while learning valuable skills. You will become part of a supportive team that encourages professional development and service to others. Take the first step toward a rewarding future in public service.

This position focuses on providing direct support to families through assessments, case management, and guidance in daily life needs. It is an entry-level role with strong supervision and training to help you grow in the field. As a County Caseworker 1, you will perform the following duties:

• Direct Service: Conduct assessments, manage cases, and guide families toward needed support
• Home Visits: Meet with children and families in their homes or community settings
• Family Support: Provide counseling and assistance in areas like parenting, budgeting, and daily living skills
• Child Placement: Coordinate placement of children into foster homes when necessary
• Service Coordination: Make referrals and advocate for families to increase the effectiveness of services

• Full-time employment.
• Work hours are 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Telework:This position may be eligible to telework part time after first six (6) months of employment. Specific details of the telework schedule will be discussed during the interview process. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Eddystone, PA.
  
  The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.
• 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 course work 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.

Other Requirements:

• 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.

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late…