JOB
County Caseworker 1 with Elk County Children & Youth offers a chance to make a real difference for children and families. This role allows you to use your strengths to guide others through challenging moments. You will be part of a supportive team committed to helping the community thrive. The County Caseworker 1 position gives you the opportunity to grow your skills while changing lives.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
This position focuses on providing social and case management services that support children, youth, and families. The work involves investigating concerns, offering guidance, and connecting people with helpful resources. As a County Caseworker 1, you will perform the following duties:
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Case Investigation: Conduct investigations into concerns involving child abuse or neglect
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Family Support: Provide in-home services that help families address challenges and build stability
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Resource Coordination: Connect clients with agencies and programs within the social services network
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Behavior Monitoring: Observe and document client actions to support accurate case management
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Problem Solving: Apply techniques that help families work through difficult situations
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Documentation Accuracy: Maintain complete and accurate records for all casework activities
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
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Full-time employment.
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Work hours are 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
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On call required and is compensated at a rate of $500/week.
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A $3000 recruitment incentive is offered to hired candidate. Retention recruitments are also offered.
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Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
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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).
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Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
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Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
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You must provide complete and accurate information or:
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your score may be lower than deserved.
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you may be disqualified.
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You may only apply/test once for this posting.
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Your results will be provided via email.
