County Casework Manager 1 (Local Government) - Blair County Children & Youth

Blair County Children, Youth, & Families is looking for a Casework Manager to be part of their administrative team. Share your talents and shape how we make a lasting, positive difference in the world by helping to oversee our agency's staff concerning program planning, interpreting objectives, and the overall coordination of services. Advance your career and join our commitment to strengthening families, protecting the rights and welfare of children, and ensuring that children have an opportunity for healthy growth and development!

In this role, you will ensure all programs comply with applicable federal, state, and county laws, regulations, policies, and procedures by providing oversight to agency staff concerning program planning, interpreting overall program objectives, and advising on problems related to the coordination of Children, Youth, and Families services. You will be responsible for administrative and supervisory work assisting the Children & Youth Administrator and Assistant Administrator.

Our team will rely on you to mentor, guide, and teach supervisory and casework staff the skills and techniques of providing protective and supportive services to the children served by our agency, as well as offer encouragement and assist with difficult or complex situations. Your work will also include reviewing data to analyze program effectiveness and recommend changes to enhance operational methods; attending, facilitating, and organizing meetings; and communicating with staff, providers, and families regarding cases or concerns as they arise. Apply now and help us provide the resources needed to strengthen families and ensure the safety, permanency, and well-being of the children we serve!

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 60-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:

• Three years of experience in public or private social work which included one year in a public welfare program and one year 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.

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.