County Caseworker 1 (LG) - Schuylkill County Children & Youth (Multiple Vacancies) Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania $43,322.00 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, Pottsville 324 North Centre Street (Show on map) Aug 24, 2026 Salary $43,322.00 Annually Location Schuylkill County, PA Job Type Civil Service Permanent Full-Time Job Number

CS-2026-57049-L0623

Department Local Government Division HS Schuylkill Co Child Welfare Opening Date 08/24/2026 Closing Date 9/6/2026 11:59 PM Eastern Job Code L0623 Position Number Multiple positions may be filled from this posting. Union SEIU Bargaining Unit LG Pay Group LG Bureau / Division Code 88212754 Bureau / Division HS Schuylkill Co Child Welfare Worksite Address 324 North Centre Street City Pottsville, Pennsylvania Zip Code 17901 Contact Name Patricia Sleva Contact Phone 570.628.1050 Contact Email psleva@schuylkillcountypa.gov

THE POSITION

Join the Department of Human Services as a County Caseworker 1 and support the mission of Schuylkill County Child Welfare. This position gives you the chance to help protect children and strengthen families in your community. You will work directly with families to promote safety, stability, and long-term well-being. If you are motivated to make a meaningful difference each day, this role offers a rewarding path forward.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position provides social and case management services that help Schuylkill County Child Welfare support the safety and stability of children and families. The work involves direct interaction with families and careful documentation to meet agency and regulatory standards. As a County Caseworker 1, you will perform the following duties:

Case Management:

Provide services to assigned caseloads of children, youth and families

Abuse Investigation:

Investigate reports of child abuse and neglect in accordance with guidelines

Home Studies:

Conduct evaluations of home environments to ensure child safety

Report Preparation:

Compile records and reports that support case decisions

Regulation Compliance:

Follow administrative policies and requirements in all documentation

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. 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 Social Services Aide 3 and two years of college level course work which includes 12 college credits in sociology, social welfare, psychology, gerontology, criminal justice, or other related social sciences; or A bachelor's degree which includes or is supplemented by successful completion of 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 a County Social Services Aide 3 or in a similar position performing paraprofessional case management functions. 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:

A conditional offer of employment will require a medical examination and drug screening. 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.

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.