Caseworker 2- CYS (Emergency Services) Position Available In Delaware, Pennsylvania

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 Children and Youth Services has an immediate opening for a Caseworker 2 in the Emergency Services Unit. We are currently seeking motivated and compassionate individuals to join our team. We offer a supportive work environment, an excellent benefit package, and opportunities for career advancement.

If you are interested in this career opportunity, please apply today. The primary responsibility of this position is to provide emergency services for children and youth after hours and on weekends. This includes services mandated by both the Child Protective Services Act (covering physical, imminent risk, student abuse, mental and sexual abuse, and serious physical neglect) and the Juvenile Act (covering child who “is without proper parental care or control” or youth who is “ungovernable and found to be in need of care, treatment or supervision”. Service is provided to new referrals and to families already active with the agency. Over a six-week period, this position is responsible for an additional 36 hours of contact hours during regular agency working hours to relay information to daytime staff, prepare materials and testify in Court as needed, receive regular supervision, and participate in unit meetings and training sessions. Until the completion of required direct service worker certification training, this position reports to the office Monday-Friday 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM to shadow a screening and intake caseworker.