County Caseworker I

Fayette County Children and Youth Services is looking for dynamic, motivated individuals who are interested in making a difference in the lives of children and families.

THE POSITION

Fayette County Children and Youth Services has several openings for full-time County Caseworker 1 (Local Government), with salary and benefits offered by Fayette County. This position is responsible to investigate reports of suspected neglect and child abuse that come into the agency, and to arrange and monitor in-home and out-of-home care provided to selected clients of the agency.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This is an entry level social service position within the County Children and Youth system. During paid training individuals must complete a 120 hour in-classroom and 6 hour of online transfer of learning education leading to a direct service worker certification that is required by the state of Pennsylvania. Responsibilities are limited in scope and difficulty while being performed under close supervision of the Casework Supervisor during the probationary/training period. This position is responsible for working with a families, providers, court, medical offices, hospitals, law enforcement.

The caseworker hired will meet regularly with families referred to the agency both on an intake and ongoing nature, conducting interviews in an office setting, at client residences and other service provider locations. It is the responsibility of the caseworker to participate in conferencing and teaming with service providers to help families with their plan goals, including safety and self-sufficiency. This position is responsible for completing data entry to maintain case documentation for case records and testimony in Juvenile Court. This position provides crisis intervention where appropriate, assuming on-call duties and responsibilities on a rotational basis. This position is responsible to follow all necessary Department of Human Services (DHS) regulations and agency policies and procedures regarding services to clients and their families. Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

· Full-time employment.

· Work hours are 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, Monday - Friday, with a thirty minute unpaid lunch with overtime as needed

· On-Call.

· 6-month probationary period.

· Union covered position.

. After the completion of eighteen (18) months, the employee will earn County Caseworker 2 certification with an annual salary of $50,252.00.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

· 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

· 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

· 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.

Other Requirements:

· Hiring preference for this vacancy will be given to candidates who live within Fayette County.

· You must be able to perform essential job functions.

. You must have a valid PA diver's license.

Legal Requirements:

· A conditional offer of employment will require submission of criminal history reports.

· You must pass a background investigation.

· This position falls under the provisions of the Child Protective Services Law.

o 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.

· Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs.

Fayette County Children and Youth Services is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. Fayette values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. Fayette County 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

Fayette County Children and Youth hires through the PA State Civil Service Commission. You must apply within the posting period. Go to www.employment.pa.gov and search for job openings in Fayette County.

Candidates are required to complete the examination through State Civil Service Commission for this position.

· 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:

o your score may be lower than deserved.

o you may be disqualified.

· You may only apply/test once for this posting.

· Your results will be provided via email.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $46,878.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• On call

Work Location: In person

Salary : $46,878 - $50,252