Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
County Caseworker 1 (Local Government) - Northumberland County C&Y (Multiple Vac
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Phila, Pennsylvania, United States
County Caseworker 1 (Local Government) - Northumberland County C&Y (Multiple Vacancies)
NOTE: THIS IS A REPOSTING. IF YOU APPLIED UNDER THE PREVIOUS POSTING, YOU CANNOT SUBMIT A NEW APPLICATION.
Northumberland County is looking for motivated and dependable individuals with a passion for helping children and families.
DESCRIPTION OF WORK This is an entry-level professional social services position in the Northumberland County Children and Youth Agency. Our staff performs a variety of entry-level social service and casework duties designed to provide supportive services to children, youth, and families. We work in close cooperation with other social service agencies, hospitals, mental health facilities, police, Courts, schools, and other community resources in assisting families.
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.
Telework: Not an option.
You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
QUALIFICATIONS
Two years of experience as a County Social Services Aide 3 and two years of college‑level coursework including at least 12 college credits in sociology, social welfare, psychology, gerontology, criminal justice, or other related social sciences; OR
A bachelor's degree that 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 the above fields 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.
Must possess a valid driver’s license not under suspension.
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, which requires a conditional offer of employment with satisfactory criminal history reports including PA State Police clearance, PA Child Abuse history clearance, and FBI Fingerprint clearance.
HOW TO APPLY
Resumes and cover letters will not be reviewed; the information must be provided on the application (e.g., detailed experience/education).
If you claim education on the supplemental application questions, attach a copy of your college transcripts (unofficial transcripts 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.
VETERANS Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. § 7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for many state and local government jobs. Learn more about employment preferences for veterans at www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.
TELECOMMUNICATIONS RELAY SERVICE (TRS) 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
EXAMINATION INFORMATION
Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center.
Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
If you do not provide complete and accurate information, your score may be lower or you may be disqualified.
You may only apply/test once for this posting.
Your results will be provided via email.
The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.
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Northumberland County is looking for motivated and dependable individuals with a passion for helping children and families.
DESCRIPTION OF WORK This is an entry-level professional social services position in the Northumberland County Children and Youth Agency. Our staff performs a variety of entry-level social service and casework duties designed to provide supportive services to children, youth, and families. We work in close cooperation with other social service agencies, hospitals, mental health facilities, police, Courts, schools, and other community resources in assisting families.
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.
Telework: Not an option.
You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
QUALIFICATIONS
Two years of experience as a County Social Services Aide 3 and two years of college‑level coursework including at least 12 college credits in sociology, social welfare, psychology, gerontology, criminal justice, or other related social sciences; OR
A bachelor's degree that 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 the above fields 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.
Must possess a valid driver’s license not under suspension.
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, which requires a conditional offer of employment with satisfactory criminal history reports including PA State Police clearance, PA Child Abuse history clearance, and FBI Fingerprint clearance.
HOW TO APPLY
Resumes and cover letters will not be reviewed; the information must be provided on the application (e.g., detailed experience/education).
If you claim education on the supplemental application questions, attach a copy of your college transcripts (unofficial transcripts 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.
VETERANS Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. § 7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for many state and local government jobs. Learn more about employment preferences for veterans at www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.
TELECOMMUNICATIONS RELAY SERVICE (TRS) 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
EXAMINATION INFORMATION
Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center.
Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
If you do not provide complete and accurate information, your score may be lower or you may be disqualified.
You may only apply/test once for this posting.
Your results will be provided via email.
The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.
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