County Caseworker 2 (Local Government) - Crawford County MH/ID

County Caseworker 2 (Local Government) - Crawford County MH/ID Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania $41,150.20 Annually benefit packages are determined by the county and may vary. please contact the applicable county human resource office directly to inquire about a specific benefit package. United States, Pennsylvania, Meadville 18282 Technology Drive (Show on map) May 14, 2026 Salary $41,150.20 Annually Location Crawford County, PA Job Type Civil Service Permanent Full-Time Job Number

CS-2026-49868-L0624

Department Local Government Division HS Crawford Co Mh/Id Unit Opening Date 05/14/2026 Closing Date 5/27/2026 11:59 PM Eastern Job Code L0624 Position Number 80001928 Union PSSU Bargaining Unit LG Pay Group LG Bureau / Division Code 88213420 Bureau / Division HS Crawford County Mh/Id Unit Worksite Address 18282 Technology Drive Worksite Address Suite 101 City Meadville, Pennsylvania Zip Code 16335 Contact Name Naomi DeFrancesco Contact Phone 814.333.7300, ext. 3601 Contact Email ndefrancesco@co.crawford.pa.us

THE POSITION

Join Crawford County MH/ID as an Early Intervention Service Coordinator, County Caseworker 2 and help families give their children a strong start. This role offers the chance to make a real impact by guiding families toward the supports their children need. You will work in a positive, team-focused environment that values care and growth. Bring your passion for helping others and build a rewarding career.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position focuses on supporting children from birth to age three and helping families connect with needed services and resources. The role ensures that each family receives steady guidance from intake to case closure. As a Early Intervention Service Coordinator, County Caseworker 2, you will perform the following duties:

Family Support:

Assist families in identifying and accessing services that promote healthy child development

Service Coordination:

Guide children and families through each step of the early intervention process

Resource Referral:

Connect families with providers, programs, and supports that meet their needs

Case Management:

Monitor progress and adjust plans to ensure consistent and effective service delivery

Team Collaboration:

Work with providers and social service partners to create a smooth and complete experience for families

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

Full-time employment. Work hours are 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 1-hour lunch.

Telework:

You will not have the option to telework in this position. You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

Six months of experience as a County Caseworker 1; or Successful completion of the County Social Casework Intern program; or A bachelor's degree with a social welfare 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 service 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. Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within two months of graduating with a qualifying degree/credits.

Other Requirements:

PA residency requirement is currently waived for this title. 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. All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant's own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information.

Veterans:

Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. •7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans. Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS): 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals). 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.

EXAMINATION 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). 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.