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

JOB

As a County Caseworker 1 with Westmoreland County Child Welfare, you play an active part in helping families find stability and hope. This role provides strong support and training so you can grow your skills and gain experience. You become part of a dedicated team focused on improving the lives of children and youth. This is your chance to start a rewarding career centered on positive change.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES

This position focuses on helping children, youth, families, and individuals with various challenges work toward a better quality of life. You receive training and close support as you learn how to assist people in gaining social, emotional, and physical stability.

As a County Caseworker 1, you will perform the following duties:

• Training Participation: Attend agency training programs to build knowledge of social service methods and procedures
• Supportive Services: Provide basic case management assistance to children, youth, families, and individuals with special needs
• Guided Casework: Carry out assigned tasks under close supervision while gaining skills and confidence
• Documentation Review: Maintain records and review materials as directed by supervisors
• Professional Development: Engage in reading, meetings, and conferences to strengthen understanding of agency expectations

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment.
• Work hours: 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM, Monday through Friday with a 30-minute lunch.
• Telework: After 6 months of employment, you may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, 1 day per week. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Greensburg, Pennsylvania. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

SUPPLEMENTAL 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.