County Caseworker 1 (Local Government) - Columbia County Children & Youth

THE POSITION

As a County Caseworker 1 with the Department of Human Services, you will help protect children and support families who need guidance. This position allows you to build connections with community partners while working toward positive outcomes. You will gain valuable experience through a mix of challenging and rewarding situations. Step into a role where your commitment helps improve the well being of children in Columbia County Child Welfare.

Apply today to join our team! DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position supports the safety and well being of children and families by providing casework services and connecting them to important resources. The role involves managing cases, conducting investigations and working closely with community partners to ensure compliance with child welfare regulations. As a County Caseworker 1, you will perform the following duties:

• Case Management: Work with families and children experiencing abuse or neglect and guide them to appropriate services
• Child Safety Checks: Investigate reports of child abuse and gather information to support regulatory compliance
• Community Collaboration: Coordinate with local organizations to link families to helpful resources
• Family Support: Interact with clients in challenging situations and provide direction that promotes child well being
• On Call Duties: Participate in scheduled on call rotation and handle tasks during non traditional hours

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment.
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 1-hour 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.
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