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Job Description
County Caseworker 3 (Local Government) - CASSP and Mental Health Complex Case Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania $45,354.00 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) Jun 11, 2026 Salary $45,354.00 Annually Location Crawford County, PA Job Type Civil Service Permanent Full-Time Job Number
CS-2026-51728-L0625
Department Local Government Division HS Crawford Co Mh/Id Unit Opening Date 06/11/2026 Closing Date 6/24/2026 11:59 PM Eastern Job Code L0625 Position Number 80001949 Bargaining Unit LG Pay Group LG Bureau / Division Code 88213420 Bureau / Division Crawford County Human Services Worksite Address 18282 Technology Drive Worksite Address Suite 101 City Meadville, Pennsylvania Zip Code 16335 Contact Name Naomi DeFrancesco Contact Phone 814.333.7300, extension 3601 Contact Email ndefrancesco@co.crawford.pa.us
THE POSITION
Crawford County Human Services is looking for a Caseworker 3 to join the team. In this role, you will help make a real difference in the lives of consumers by serving as the Child and Adolescent Service System Program (CASSP) Coordinator and Mental Health Complex Case Manager. This position offers a rewarding chance to grow your skills in a supportive and team-focused workplace. Take the next step in your career and help support our mission to improve the lives of people in our community!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
This position supports individuals with complex mental health needs by coordinating services, connecting them to resources, and promoting stability and recovery. The role requires strong organization, clear communication, and teamwork across many community systems. As a County Caseworker 3, you will perform the following duties:
Mandated Reporting:
Serve as a mandated reporter and follow all required procedures
Care Coordination:
Arrange services, lead meetings, and support complex cases across mental health and social service systems
Community Collaboration:
Work with providers, schools, courts, and agencies to share information and support families
Referral Management:
Coordinate referrals to treatment programs and help consumers transition between levels of care
Record Keeping:
Prepare letters, reports, and documents while maintaining accurate program records
Advocacy Support:
Assist consumers by advocating for needs, supporting grievances, and helping guide service planning
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
Full-time employment, 35 hours per week
Work hours are 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 60-minute lunch. Occasional overtime and travel may be required.
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.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
Two years of experience as a County Caseworker 2; or
A bachelor's degree in sociology, social welfare, psychology, gerontology, criminal justice, or other related social sciences and three years of professional social casework experience in a public or private social services 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.
Other Requirements:
PA residency requirement is currently waived for this title.
You must be able to perform essential job functions.
Legal Requirements:
You must pass a background investigation.
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.
