County Caseworker 3 (Local Government) - Delaware County MH/ID (Multiple Vacancies)

Are you looking for a rewarding career in Human Services dedicated to improving the lives of others? Delaware County Department of Human Services, Office of Early Intervention has immediate openings for Caseworker 3s. We are currently seeking motivated and compassionate individuals to join our team. If you are interested in this career opportunity with Delaware County's supportive work environment, excellent benefit package, and opportunities for career advancement, please apply today.

In this County Caseworker 3 position, you will serve as a lead worker on a team that is responsible for supporting all children, and their families, who enter our system as NAS babies, foster kids, and medically complex children. Your responsibilities will include a high level of care coordination, assisting in the Safe Plan of Care activities, and being a resource for Service Coordinators to access training and community resource information and referrals. Work will rely on your knowledge of Early Intervention, the early learning standards, and local resources for children and families to help support the Strengthening Families Initiative.

The children and families we support will rely on you to ensure that all evaluations and services are delivered within required deadlines and to effectively implement coaching strategies when working with families and providers. This is an excellent opportunity if you thrive when working independently in a fast-paced environment and want to be part of a team that integrates all aspects of child development and learning from first contacts through transitions each child or family needs. Be part of something bigger than yourself and make a difference with our team!

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time based on the program offices' schedules and after completing six months of employment and being regular status. 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 Upper Darby.
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Two years of experience as a County Caseworker 2; or
• A bachelor's degree in sociology, social welfare, psychology, gerontology, criminal justice, or other related social sciences and three years of professional social casework experience in a public or private social services agency; 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.

Other Requirements:

• PA residency requirement is currently waived for this title.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

• You must pass a background investigation.
• 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.

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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.

• 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.