County Social Services Aide 1 (Local Government) - Carbon County C&Y

THE POSITION

NOTE : THIS IS A REPOSTING OF CS-2025-33643-L0620. IF YOU APPLIED UNDER THE PREVIOUS POSTING WHICH WAS OPEN FROM SEPTEMBER 17, 2025 TO SEPTEMBER 30, 2025, YOU CANNOT SUBMIT A NEW APPLICATION.

Would you like a rewarding career that can make a positive difference in the lives of others? Carbon County Children & Youth Services is looking for a dynamic, detail oriented, motivated person to become part of our dedicated team. Join us as we work to provide for the safety and protection of children, youth and families within our community. If you are passionate about a career that serves to help others, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

A County Social Services Aide 1 assists the caseworker with managing the tasks involved in their caseload. This includes assisting with supervision of visitations, attending Child Advocacy Center (CAC) interviews and assisting caseworkers with complete and timely documentation in the case management system. You will have the opportunity to assist families with activities of daily living including but not limited to home maintenance and care, in-home parenting education, proper hygiene, nutrition, cooking / food shopping skills and maintenance of the home. Your duties may include transporting consumers to supervised visitation and necessary appointments as well as providing childcare when needed.

Additional duties to include :

• Assisting clients in completing applications and forms
• Completing a written report following each appointment with consumer
• Participating in meetings with other staff to develop treatment plans and set goals for consumers
• Attending court and testifying, if necessary
• Providing clerical support as needed

Work Schedule and Additional Information :

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements :

Other Requirements :

Legal Requirements :

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 :

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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

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