County Caseworker ; Local Government - Snyder County C&Y

Become a County Caseworker 1 with Snyder County Children and Youth Services and help create safer, stronger futures for children and families. This position offers purpose, growth, and the chance to develop valuable skills. You will work with caring professionals who are dedicated to positive change. Make an impact through service and meaningful support.

• Safety Assessment: Evaluate safety and risk factors for children and families
• Information Gathering: Collect details needed to understand family situations
• Skill Building: Support children and families in strengthening needed skills
• Resource Connection: Link clients with services and community supports
• Progress Monitoring: Observe client behavior and track movement toward goals
• Agency
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Work with partners in the service network to coordinate care

• Full-time employment.
• Work hours are 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM, Monday through Friday, with a 30 minute lunch.
  • May work irregular hours as needed.
• 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.

• Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
  • 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.
• Legal Requirements:
  • 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.

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.