County Casework Manager 2 (Local Government) - Northumberland County C&Y

Northumberland County Children & Youth is looking for a motivated and dependable individual with a passion for helping others. We work in close cooperation with other social service agencies, hospitals, mental health facilities, police, courts, schools, and other community resources to assess and assure the safety and well-being of children, ensuring they have the opportunity for healthy development and permanency. Join our team as a County Casework Manager 2 where you will help lead agency staff in the performance of a variety of social service and casework duties designed to support children, youth, and families in our community!

As a County Casework Manager 2, you will be responsible for the supervision and evaluation of workers within your unit and organizing activities of Northumberland County Children and Youth Services. Work involves assessing community needs and resources as well as coordinating children and youth activities with other programs and agencies. This position requires thorough knowledge of applicable federal and state laws as they pertain to the welfare of children and youth. Key duties include:

• Preparing annual service plans and budget estimates
• Interpreting state and federal regulations and advising staff regarding the same
• Preparing and directing the compilation of reports, correspondence, and the maintenance of files and records
• Conducting management and case staff meetings
• Training staff on current policies, programs, and procedures
• Developing and evaluating ongoing staff training needs and programs
• Acting as staff assistant to the children and youth Advisory Board
• Representing the Northumberland County children and youth program with community agencies as well as at regional and statewide meetings
• Making recommendations to Northumberland County commissioners on agency related matters
• Working closely with the overall judicial system, president judge, and juvenile probation office
• Facilitating children and youth services primary providers meeting

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 will not have the option to telework in this position.
• 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:

• Four years of experience in public or private social work including two years in a public welfare program, two of which must have been in a supervisory capacity; and 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; 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:

• You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

• 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.