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County Caseworker 1 (Local Government) - Columbia County C&Y (Multiple Vacancies)
County Caseworker 1 (Local Government) - Columbia County C&Y (Multiple Vacancies)Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania • Bloomsburg, PA, United States
County Caseworker 1 (Local Government) - Columbia County C&Y (Multiple Vacancies)

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

Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania • Bloomsburg, PA, United States
13 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

THE POSITION

Are you searching for a rewarding career dedicated to improving the lives of others? Columbia County is looking for dynamic individuals who are interested in making a difference in children's lives.

Columbia County Children and Youth Services has immediate openings for County Caseworker 1s. Come join our team and shape the future of services for Columbia County children.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

County Caseworkers work with families and children with abuse and neglect issues to provide case management services and ensure the county is in compliance with child welfare regulations, including the investigation of child abuse reports. Responsibilities include working with community partners to link families to the appropriate resources to assure the safety and well-being of children and strengthen our shared communities. Caseworkers interact with a variety of people and situations that are both challenging and rewarding.

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.

On-call rotation is required.

  • May work nontraditional hours when needed.
  • 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.
  • Veterans :

  • Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S.
  • 7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to 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).
  • If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

    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.

    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 (also referred to as a written exam).
  • 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.

    You must provide complete and accurate information or :

    your score may be lower than deserved.

    you may be disqualified.

  • You may only apply / test once for this posting.
  • Your results will be provided via email.

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