County Caseworker 1 (Local Government) - Clearfield County C&Y (Multiple Vacancies)

THE POSITION

As a County Caseworker 1 with Clearfield County Children and Youth Services, you will be part of a mission that supports children and families in need. This position offers meaningful work that helps people move toward stronger and healthier lives. You will learn important skills and gain valuable experience in the field of social services. Join a team that is committed to making positive change in the community.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position provides support to children and families who need guidance, resources, and stability. The role focuses on learning social service practices and working with a team to assist individuals facing a variety of challenges. As a County Caseworker 1, you will perform the following duties:

• Training Participation: Learn social service practices through formal and informal training programs
• Client Support: Guide families and children who face physical, mental, emotional, or financial challenges
• Resource Navigation: Help clients understand and complete forms for community resources
• Team Collaboration: Work with coworkers to reach successful outcomes for families
• Policy Application: Apply laws, regulations, and policies to support stable and safe family environments

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment.
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with 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.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

• 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 applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
• All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant's own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use ge