County Caseworker ; Local Government - Northumberland County Children and Youth

Position: County Caseworker 1 (Local Government) - Northumberland County Children and Youth
THE POSITION

The County Caseworker 1 position with Northumberland County Children and Youth Services offers a chance to support children and families during important moments in their lives. This role allows you to make a meaningful impact while learning the foundations of child welfare work. You will join a team that values growth, teamwork, and commitment to community well-being. This is an opportunity to build a strong career while serving families who need guidance and stability.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position focuses on helping children, youth, and families access the support and services they need to improve safety and stability. As a County Caseworker 1, you will perform the following duties:

* Case Support:
Provide essential assistance to children, youth, and families through direct contact and supportive services

* Family Engagement:
Meet with children, parents, and foster parents to help resolve concerns that led to agency involvement

* Home Visits:
Conduct interviews and home visits to assess safety and understand the reasons for service referrals

* Documentation:
Prepare forms, write letters, and maintain accurate case records according to agency guidelines

* Crisis Response:
Respond to after hours emergency calls when scheduled to provide timely investigations

* Community

Collaboration:

Work with hospitals, schools, law enforcement, and service providers to support family goals

* Physical Work:
Must have ability to sit for long periods, stand, walk, climb stairs, etc. in order to perform duties

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

* Full-time employment.

* Work hours are 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM;
Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.

* 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.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

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.

* This particular position also requires you to possess a valid driver's license which is not under suspension.

* 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.

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…