County Caseworker ; Local Government - Crawford County C&Y

Children and Youth Services Caseworker 2

Ready to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families? Crawford County Human Services is seeking compassionate candidates for this rewarding role. You will support children, youth, and families in achieving safer, healthier, and more stable lives, guiding them through challenges and fostering positive change. Join a team that values growth, training, and a family‑friendly environment.

• Intake Assessment:
  Evaluate new referrals and determine the level of support needed.
• Ongoing Services:
  Deliver continued assistance to families as they work toward safety and stability.
• Family Guidance:
  Provide counseling and support that encourages healthy decision‑making.
• Safety Planning:
  Develop strategies that protect children and promote safe home environments.
• Case Documentation:
  Maintain accurate records and reports for all casework activities.
• Resource Coordination:
  Connect families with community services that support long‑term success.

• Full‑time employment.
• Work hours are 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday–Friday, with a 1‑hour lunch break.
• Rotation for late person (Intake department) and on‑call (Intake and Ongoing departments).
• Telework: not available for this position.
• Salary: $41,150.20 – $45,354.40 (subject to union contract).

• Six months of experience as a County Caseworker 1; or
• Successful completion of the County Social Casework Intern program; or
• A bachelor’s degree with a social welfare major; or
• A bachelor’s degree supplemented by 12 college credits in sociology, social welfare, psychology, gerontology, criminal justice, or other related social sciences and one year of professional social casework experience in a public or private social services agency; or
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training that includes 12 college credits in sociology, social welfare, psychology, gerontology, criminal justice, or other related social sciences.
• Applicants who are within two months of graduating with a qualifying degree or credit are considered to have met the educational requirements.

• PA residency requirement 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 that law, a conditional offer of employment requires submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports, including 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.

Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. 7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. For more information, visit (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). and click on Veterans.

• TRS 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
• If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.