County Caseworker 1 (Local Government) - Wayne County C&Y

THE POSITION

Located in Honesdale, PA, Wayne County Human Services, Children & Youth Agency is seeking motivated and compassionate individuals who are committed to making a positive difference in the lives of children and families. Join a supportive team environment where strong communication, sound judgment, and organizational skills are valued. Training provided. Excellent benefits package.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position focuses on helping families improve their social, emotional, and physical well-being through careful assessment and support. The role begins with close supervision and increases in responsibility as your skills develop. As a County Caseworker 1, Intake Screener, you will perform the following duties:

• Intake Screening: Receive and process phone, walk-in, and electronic referrals and maintain accurate intake logs
• Information Verification: Confirm demographic details and review alerts to ensure all referral information is complete
• Client Interviews: Interview clients and collateral contacts to gather social histories and assess needs
• Service Referrals: Determine eligibility for services and direct families to appropriate supportive programs
• Case Documentation: Prepare detailed reports, studies, and records to support case management activities
• Court Participation: Attend hearings and provide testimony when assigned

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment, 37.5 hours per week.
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with 1-hour lunch.
  • On-call 24/7 on rotating basis. Irregular hours including evenings and weekends.
• 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.
• A conditional offer of employment will require a drug screening.
  
• 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 applic