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

THE POSITION

The County Caseworker 1 role with Monroe County Children & Youth Services gives you the chance to support families working through difficult times. This position helps you guide children and youth toward greater stability by connecting them with vital community resources. You will join a team that values kindness, teamwork, and dedication to others. This is an opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of families across Monroe County.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position helps children, youth, and families improve their daily lives by offering support and guidance during challenging situations. The role focuses on connecting families with the social services they need to achieve greater stability. As a County Caseworker 1, you will perform the following duties:

• Case Assessment: Identify family needs and determine safety concerns for children
• Service Coordination: Connect families with agencies and follow their progress
• Home Visits: Meet with families to observe living conditions and provide support
• Documentation: Record case details and prepare required reports accurately
• Collaboration: Work with courts, schools, and service teams to support family goals

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment.
• Work hours are 8:30 AM to 5:00 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.
• 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 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 generative AI tools for preparation purposes only.