County Casework Supervisor (Local Government) - Pike County C&Y

THE POSITION

If you have an interest in helping children, youth and families, then we may have the position for you! Pike County Children & Youth Services is actively seeking a Caseworker Supervisor to round out our staff. This is a challenging and very rewarding position. In this important role, you will help shape services that protect children and strengthen their futures.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position provides direct supervision to caseworkers and supports the full range of child welfare responsibilities. It ensures that all casework follows state and federal rules, agency policies, and required timelines. As a County Casework Supervisor, you will perform the following duties:

• Case Supervision: Oversee each caseworker's placement reviews, guidance, and ongoing service planning
• Compliance Oversight: Ensure all case documents, plans, and assessments meet state, federal, and agency requirements
• Court Preparation: Review and schedule petitions, forms, and casework meetings with legal representatives
• Family Support: Coordinate case management and counseling services for children, youth, and families facing crises or major life changes
• Investigation Monitoring: Supervise the review of suspected child abuse or neglect cases
• Program Coordination: Meet with community partners to align services with the needs of children and youth

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch. This position requires on-call and after hours work, as needed.
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• 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 professional experience in public or private social work and a bachelor's degree with major course work in sociology, social welfare, psychology, gerontology, criminal justice, or other related social sciences; or
• Any equivalent combination of experience and education which includes 12 college credits in sociology, social welfare, psychology, gerontology, criminal justice, or other related social sciences.

Other Requirements:

• You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency Guidelines.
• 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 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. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not