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

THE POSITION

As a County Caseworker 1 with the Department of Human Services, Monroe County Children & Youth, you will help families access vital support and work through important life challenges. This position gives you the chance to strengthen the well-being of children throughout Monroe County. Your efforts will create safer environments and encourage long-term growth for families in need. Become part of an agency that values compassion and quality care.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position focuses on delivering a full range of social services that support children and families throughout Monroe County. The role requires strong communication, thorough documentation, and consistent involvement with community partners. As a County Caseworker 1, you will perform the following duties:

• Family Interviews: Conduct interviews to identify needs and barriers affecting child and family well-being
• Service Coordination: Provide information about agency programs and determine eligibility for support services
• Support Planning: Assist families in creating plans that promote healthy changes and safer environments
• Community Collaboration: Work with local agencies to support services for vulnerable children and families
• Documentation Work: Keep reports, records and case histories accurate, organized and up to date
• Safety Support: Assist in providing protective services for children in unsafe or harmful situations

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