Independent Living Caseworker 1 or 2

Independent Living Caseworker 1 or 2

WARREN, PA

1 DAYS AGO

22545479

Summary

WARREN, PA

In-Person

$19.07 - $20.50 per Hour

1 Years Experience

Bachelor's degree

No Commission

37.50 hours per week / Day Shift / Full-Time

Description

Forest Warren Human Services is looking for a dedicated and compassionate Caseworker to join our Children and Youth Program, with a focus on providing Independent Living (IL) Services. This role supports youth in developing the skills necessary for a successful transition to adulthood, while ensuring their safety, well-being and access to community resources. This position offers a flexible work environment, robust training program and great benefits. In addition, while in training, we offer opportunities and experiences to enhance your knowledge in the diversity of services offered within Forest Warren Human Services and the community. Not to mention, you will be eligible for a paid master's in social work and student loan forgiveness programs. Finally, the County offers 13 paid holidays plus 2 paid personal days; paid vacation and sick time; health, dental, vision, and life insurance and a pension program.

Qualifications:

Caseworker 1:

A Bachelor's Degree with major coursework in sociology, social welfare, psychology, gerontology, criminal justice, or other related social sciences or

Two years of professional experience as a Social Services Aide 3 and two years of college-level coursework 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 Social Services Aide 3.

Caseworker 2:

Six months as a Caseworker 1 or

Successful completion of the social casework intern program; or

A Bachelor's Degree with a social welfare or social work major; or

A Bachelor's Degree which includes or is supplemented by 12 college credits in sociology, social welfare, psychology, gerontology, criminal justice, or other related social sciences and one year of professional social casework experience in a public or private social services agency; or

Any equivalent combination of experience and training

Clearances: Must have Act 34 PA State Police Criminal History, Act 151 PA Child Abuse and FBI clearances prior to employment. Other clearances may be required depending on the employee's state of residence. All clearances must reflect acceptable results. Clearances are to be renewed every five years.

Additional Details

Driver's License: Class C - Standard Drivers License

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