What are the responsibilities and job description for the County Caseworker 1 position at Juniata County Children and Youth Social Services Agency?
Juniata County Children and Youth Social Services Agency in Mifflintown is searching for a County Caseworker 1. This position is responsible for providing services to individuals and families to help them attain a more satisfactory social, economic, mental or physical adjustment to their environment. Will interview clients to obtain social histories; provide comprehensive information about agency programs; determine and verify eligibility for program services; provide referral services and negotiate on behalf of clients for referral services; and formulate and implement social plans of action. An important aspect of the work is the ability to manage a caseload, prepare reports and keep well-organized records using a computer.
Education and work experience requirements are as follows but not limited to: 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 2 years of experience as a County Social Services Aide 3 and 2 years of college-level coursework which includes 12 college credits in sociology, social welfare, psychology, gerontology, criminal justice, or other related social sciences; OR an 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 must live within 1 hour of the agency office due to on-call and must also take the County Caseworker 1 Civil Service test and receive a score at www.employment.pa.gov. Any applicant hired will have to have FBI, State Police Background checks and Child Abuse Clearances before beginning work. Any questions contact the agency office at 717-436-7707.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $39,838.50 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $39,839