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Location : Bethlehem, PA
Job Type: Full time
Job Number: 2024-00042E
Department: Human Services
Division: Children, Youth and Families
Opening Date: 01/12/2024
Closing Date: 1/26/2024 5:00 PM Eastern
Application Requirements
In order to be considered for this position, applicants must successfully submit a completed application prior to the posting deadline. Applications submitted with incomplete or missing education and/or work experience sections will be considered incomplete and disqualified from consideration. The attachment of a resume to the application does not fulfill this requirement and will not prevent incomplete applications from being rejected.
Please answer any supplemental questions truthfully and completely. Use the employment history section of your application to substantiate your answers to supplemental questions.
Once the posting closes, all applications will be reviewed. The information provided on the application will be utilized to determine whether or not each applicant meets the minimum requirements for this position. Please read the Minimum Requirements thoroughly and then demonstrate that you meet these requirements on your application. Applicants who do not meet the minimum requirements will not be considered for the position.
Qualified, eligible applicants will move on to the next step, an Education and Experience Review, in which points will be assigned to each applicant's education and relevant work experience provided on their application.
We encourage all applicants to share a comprehensive, concise history of their education, certification, licensing, and employment on their employment application so that we are able to accurately assess their experience. Eligible candidates will be ranked on an Eligibility List based on their total score on the Education and Experience Review.
For questions regarding this posting, please contact County of Northampton Human Resources at or 610-829-6366.
Equal Employment Opportunities - It is the policy of Northampton County to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all persons regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, marital status, sex, gender identity, gender expression, age, genetic information, disability, or any other status protected by the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA), and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and any other state, federal, or local law.
Job Description
GENERAL PURPOSE
The Caseworker 2 - CYF CPS/GPS Ongoing position is a fulltime professional casework position responsible for the provision of a full range of social services to children and families in need of Children, Youth and Families' assessment and/or services.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED
This position reports directly to the County Casework Supervisor or Program Specialist/Manager
SUPERVISION EXERCISED
This position does not exercise supervision over other functions.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES OF THE POSITION
Establishes a professional relationship engaging all family members, including resistive, unmotivated and sometimes hostile clients, recognizing and respecting individual, family and cultural values.
Works directly with all family members, as well as others involved with the family, in a comprehensive family-focused assessment to determine the safety and risk of the children and the strengths and needs of the family.
Provides direct services to children and families or refers them to other social services agencies or community resources to address the needs of the clients.
Prepares all required documents and correspondence as mandated by federal and state law, regulations, county and departmental policies and procedures.
Provides transportation, as necessary, for parents and/or children. Arranges and supervises family and sibling visits for children placed outside their family home.
Participates in court hearings, internal and external meetings, and contacts for purposes of promoting a safe and permanent outcome for children under supervision.
Reviews all case assessments and investigative assignments with supervisor as needed.
Reviews all cases accepted for service with supervisor as needed.
When appropriate, schedules and presents cases for agency staffing and/or Multi-Disciplinary Team.
Provides scheduled in-day coverage to address emergent situations within the division.
Interprets agency mandates to other professionals, community, and other interested parties to promote the mission of the agency.
Acquires and maintains Direct Service Worker certification, professional growth and development via seminars, conferences and webinars.
*An employee assigned to this title shall perform a majority, but may not perform all, of the duties listed in this job description. Conversely, minor level duties performed on the job may not be listed. The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.
REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE- 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 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.
Employee assigned to this title will be required to possess and maintain a valid and current motor vehicle operator's license. Must have an acceptable driving record. Personal vehicle required for County business, employee is eligible for mileage reimbursement.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of current social case management principles, techniques and methods.
Knowledge of the basic principles and methods of program interpretation and community organization.
Knowledge of current social, economic, and health problems and their impact on the growth and development of people.
Knowledge of individual and group development and behavior and ways of working effectively with adults and children who have social, economic, emotional, or health problems.
Knowledge of social welfare policy and law as they relate to agency function and purpose and societal structures.
Ability to work effectively with people and aid them to grow in the constructive use of their potential in adjusting to their specific problems.
Ability to understand and accept the needs and rights of others and to work with adults and children who are physically challenged, mentally disabled, emotionally troubled, and economically disadvantaged.
Ability to learn, interpret, and apply relevant laws, regulations, and policies governing agency services.
Ability to learn how to conduct individual and family interviews and to use them to identify individual and family problems.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients, their families, other staff, outside agencies, and institutions, and the general public.
Ability to plan and organize work, prepare adequate records and reports, set priorities, and learn to maintain a caseload in an effective and timely manner.
Ability to plan, organize, and direct the work of others.
Ability to clearly express ideas verbally and in writing.
Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times.
Ability to read, write, speak, understand and communicate in English to perform the duties of this position.
TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT
Telephone, personal computer (including word processing and spreadsheet software), calculator, writing implements, fax machine, copy machine, and paper shredder.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk, sit, talk or hear.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
The noise level in the office is moderately quiet. Employee may also work in other environments such as schools, private homes, etc. These work environments may range from quiet to loud.
SELECTION GUIDELINES
Formal application, rating of education and experience, interview, and reference check as well as job related tests may be required.
The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.
FLSA STATUS: FLSA NON-EXEMPT (ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME)
DESIGNATION: CAREER SERVICE
PAY GRADE: PS-35
UNION STATUS: PSSU
Updated December 2023
Full-time employees of the County of Northampton are afforded a package of benefitswhich includes the following:
Medical Insurance
Vision and Prescription
Dental
Life Insurance
Retirement
I. Medical Insurance
Coverage begins for the employee the first of the month following full-time employment for employees and their eligible dependents. Cost to the employee to participate in the plans varies by the coverage selection and number of dependents; and may be subject to collective bargaining, if a union member. The employee may also elect to opt out of the County's medical insurance if proof of coverage through the spouse's employer is provided. Under this arrangement, the employee is provided with an annual $1,500.00 opt out payment.
II. Vision and Prescription
Coverage begins for the employee the first of the month following full-time employment for employees and their eligible dependents. Copayments may vary, subject to collective bargaining, if a union member. Coverage under the vision plan varies and depends upon the employee's choice of doctor and frame selection.
III. Dental Coverage
Coverage begins for the employee the first of the month following full-time employment for employees and their eligible dependents. Copayments may vary, subject to collective bargaining, if a union member.
IV. Life Insurance
A life insurance policy is afforded to full-time employees beginning on the first day of employment, unless specified differently in a collective bargaining agreement. It remains in effect as long as the employee is actively employed and terminates upon resignation or retirement. $20,000 is afforded to all eligible employees.
V. Retirement
All full-time employees and part-time employees working more than 1000 hours per year qualify for County of Northampton retirement benefits, in which employees must contribute 5% of their earnings, and employees may choose to add additional voluntary contributions, not to exceed an additional 10%. Additionally, employees may participate in an optional deferred compensation plan (457(b)) which may provide present tax advantages and future retirement savings. Such arrangements are made directly with the providers and the County will administer payroll deductions only.
01
Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as a part of the applicant screening and selection process. The information you provide will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection process. Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. Do you agree to answer each supplemental question truthfully and that your responses can be verified from information included within the application?
02
Information to demonstrate your eligibility for this position must be provided on the application (i.e. relevant detailed experience and education). Resumes and cover letters will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for this position. Please click "yes" to demonstrate that you have read and understood this information.
03
Do you possess a valid and current driver's license with an acceptable driving record?
04
Do you have a bachelor's degree with a social welfare major, i.e., Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, or Counseling? Transcripts will need to be provided prior to hire.
05
Do you have a bachelor's degree which 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 public or private social services agency?
06
Have you completed the County Caseworker Intern Program in a civil service position with a Pennsylvania local government agency?
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If you answered "yes" to the above question, please answer the questions below regarding this internship in the text box provide...
Location : Bethlehem, PA
Job Type: Full time
Job Number: 2024-00042E
Department: Human Services
Division: Children, Youth and Families
Opening Date: 01/12/2024
Closing Date: 1/26/2024 5:00 PM Eastern
Application Requirements
In order to be considered for this position, applicants must successfully submit a completed application prior to the posting deadline. Applications submitted with incomplete or missing education and/or work experience sections will be considered incomplete and disqualified from consideration. The attachment of a resume to the application does not fulfill this requirement and will not prevent incomplete applications from being rejected.
Please answer any supplemental questions truthfully and completely. Use the employment history section of your application to substantiate your answers to supplemental questions.
Once the posting closes, all applications will be reviewed. The information provided on the application will be utilized to determine whether or not each applicant meets the minimum requirements for this position. Please read the Minimum Requirements thoroughly and then demonstrate that you meet these requirements on your application. Applicants who do not meet the minimum requirements will not be considered for the position.
Qualified, eligible applicants will move on to the next step, an Education and Experience Review, in which points will be assigned to each applicant's education and relevant work experience provided on their application.
We encourage all applicants to share a comprehensive, concise history of their education, certification, licensing, and employment on their employment application so that we are able to accurately assess their experience. Eligible candidates will be ranked on an Eligibility List based on their total score on the Education and Experience Review.
For questions regarding this posting, please contact County of Northampton Human Resources at or 610-829-6366.
Equal Employment Opportunities - It is the policy of Northampton County to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all persons regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, marital status, sex, gender identity, gender expression, age, genetic information, disability, or any other status protected by the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA), and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and any other state, federal, or local law.
Job Description
GENERAL PURPOSE
The Caseworker 2 - CYF CPS/GPS Ongoing position is a fulltime professional casework position responsible for the provision of a full range of social services to children and families in need of Children, Youth and Families' assessment and/or services.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED
This position reports directly to the County Casework Supervisor or Program Specialist/Manager
SUPERVISION EXERCISED
This position does not exercise supervision over other functions.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES OF THE POSITION
Establishes a professional relationship engaging all family members, including resistive, unmotivated and sometimes hostile clients, recognizing and respecting individual, family and cultural values.
Works directly with all family members, as well as others involved with the family, in a comprehensive family-focused assessment to determine the safety and risk of the children and the strengths and needs of the family.
Provides direct services to children and families or refers them to other social services agencies or community resources to address the needs of the clients.
Prepares all required documents and correspondence as mandated by federal and state law, regulations, county and departmental policies and procedures.
Provides transportation, as necessary, for parents and/or children. Arranges and supervises family and sibling visits for children placed outside their family home.
Participates in court hearings, internal and external meetings, and contacts for purposes of promoting a safe and permanent outcome for children under supervision.
Reviews all case assessments and investigative assignments with supervisor as needed.
Reviews all cases accepted for service with supervisor as needed.
When appropriate, schedules and presents cases for agency staffing and/or Multi-Disciplinary Team.
Provides scheduled in-day coverage to address emergent situations within the division.
Interprets agency mandates to other professionals, community, and other interested parties to promote the mission of the agency.
Acquires and maintains Direct Service Worker certification, professional growth and development via seminars, conferences and webinars.
*An employee assigned to this title shall perform a majority, but may not perform all, of the duties listed in this job description. Conversely, minor level duties performed on the job may not be listed. The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.
REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE- 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 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.
Employee assigned to this title will be required to possess and maintain a valid and current motor vehicle operator's license. Must have an acceptable driving record. Personal vehicle required for County business, employee is eligible for mileage reimbursement.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of current social case management principles, techniques and methods.
Knowledge of the basic principles and methods of program interpretation and community organization.
Knowledge of current social, economic, and health problems and their impact on the growth and development of people.
Knowledge of individual and group development and behavior and ways of working effectively with adults and children who have social, economic, emotional, or health problems.
Knowledge of social welfare policy and law as they relate to agency function and purpose and societal structures.
Ability to work effectively with people and aid them to grow in the constructive use of their potential in adjusting to their specific problems.
Ability to understand and accept the needs and rights of others and to work with adults and children who are physically challenged, mentally disabled, emotionally troubled, and economically disadvantaged.
Ability to learn, interpret, and apply relevant laws, regulations, and policies governing agency services.
Ability to learn how to conduct individual and family interviews and to use them to identify individual and family problems.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients, their families, other staff, outside agencies, and institutions, and the general public.
Ability to plan and organize work, prepare adequate records and reports, set priorities, and learn to maintain a caseload in an effective and timely manner.
Ability to plan, organize, and direct the work of others.
Ability to clearly express ideas verbally and in writing.
Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times.
Ability to read, write, speak, understand and communicate in English to perform the duties of this position.
TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT
Telephone, personal computer (including word processing and spreadsheet software), calculator, writing implements, fax machine, copy machine, and paper shredder.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk, sit, talk or hear.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
The noise level in the office is moderately quiet. Employee may also work in other environments such as schools, private homes, etc. These work environments may range from quiet to loud.
SELECTION GUIDELINES
Formal application, rating of education and experience, interview, and reference check as well as job related tests may be required.
The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.
FLSA STATUS: FLSA NON-EXEMPT (ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME)
DESIGNATION: CAREER SERVICE
PAY GRADE: PS-35
UNION STATUS: PSSU
Updated December 2023
Full-time employees of the County of Northampton are afforded a package of benefitswhich includes the following:
Medical Insurance
Vision and Prescription
Dental
Life Insurance
Retirement
I. Medical Insurance
Coverage begins for the employee the first of the month following full-time employment for employees and their eligible dependents. Cost to the employee to participate in the plans varies by the coverage selection and number of dependents; and may be subject to collective bargaining, if a union member. The employee may also elect to opt out of the County's medical insurance if proof of coverage through the spouse's employer is provided. Under this arrangement, the employee is provided with an annual $1,500.00 opt out payment.
II. Vision and Prescription
Coverage begins for the employee the first of the month following full-time employment for employees and their eligible dependents. Copayments may vary, subject to collective bargaining, if a union member. Coverage under the vision plan varies and depends upon the employee's choice of doctor and frame selection.
III. Dental Coverage
Coverage begins for the employee the first of the month following full-time employment for employees and their eligible dependents. Copayments may vary, subject to collective bargaining, if a union member.
IV. Life Insurance
A life insurance policy is afforded to full-time employees beginning on the first day of employment, unless specified differently in a collective bargaining agreement. It remains in effect as long as the employee is actively employed and terminates upon resignation or retirement. $20,000 is afforded to all eligible employees.
V. Retirement
All full-time employees and part-time employees working more than 1000 hours per year qualify for County of Northampton retirement benefits, in which employees must contribute 5% of their earnings, and employees may choose to add additional voluntary contributions, not to exceed an additional 10%. Additionally, employees may participate in an optional deferred compensation plan (457(b)) which may provide present tax advantages and future retirement savings. Such arrangements are made directly with the providers and the County will administer payroll deductions only.
01
Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as a part of the applicant screening and selection process. The information you provide will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection process. Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. Do you agree to answer each supplemental question truthfully and that your responses can be verified from information included within the application?
- Yes
- No
02
Information to demonstrate your eligibility for this position must be provided on the application (i.e. relevant detailed experience and education). Resumes and cover letters will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for this position. Please click "yes" to demonstrate that you have read and understood this information.
- Yes
- No
03
Do you possess a valid and current driver's license with an acceptable driving record?
- Yes
- No
04
Do you have a bachelor's degree with a social welfare major, i.e., Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, or Counseling? Transcripts will need to be provided prior to hire.
- Yes
- No
05
Do you have a bachelor's degree which 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 public or private social services agency?
- Yes
- No
06
Have you completed the County Caseworker Intern Program in a civil service position with a Pennsylvania local government agency?
- Yes
- No
07
If you answered "yes" to the above question, please answer the questions below regarding this internship in the text box provide...
