Social Caseworker I

Job Description

Job Description

SOMERSET COUNTY GOVERNMENT

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

CYS CASEWORKER I

Children & Youth Services  |  Full-Time  |  $34,000 annually | AFSCME Union

ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY

Somerset County's Children and Youth Services Agency is committed to protecting children, strengthening families, and building safer communities, and as a Caseworker I, you'll be at the heart of that work. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds, whether you're a recent graduate just starting out or someone ready to build a career where your work truly matters. You'll receive structured training, dedicated mentorship, and close supervisory support every step of the way as you grow into the role. Multiple positions will be filled through this announcement.

JOB DETAILS

Department:

Children & Youth Services

Location:

300 North Center Avenue, Suite 220, Somerset, PA 15501

Base Salary:

$34,000.00 annually (overtime opportunities available)

Schedule:

Full-Time | Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

On-Call:

24-hour rotation for child abuse/neglect coverage (on‐call hours are compensated)

Posting Date:

6/16/2026

Closing Date:

12/31/2026

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

The Caseworker I performs a range of supervised social service and case management duties, including:

•      Conducting supervised casework activities including family interviews, safety assessments, and service plan development

•      Providing basic counseling and protective services, including placement of children in foster, kinship, or group home care when necessary

•      Working toward resolution of presenting problems and maintaining the family unit; ensuring permanency for the child when reunification is not possible

•      Conducting home visits and assisting families with parenting skills, home management, housing, and related needs

•      Making referrals to community resources and assisting clients in understanding and utilizing available services

•      Preparing documentation and providing testimony for Court proceedings, under supervision

•      Maintaining accurate case records using designated Agency methods and procedures

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Candidates must meet ONE of the following:

•      Two (2) years of experience as a County Social Services Aide 3 AND two years of college coursework including 12 credits in sociology, social welfare, psychology, gerontology, criminal justice, or related social sciences; OR

•      A bachelor's degree that includes or is supplemented by 12 college credits in sociology, social welfare, psychology, gerontology, criminal justice, or related social sciences; OR

•      Any equivalent combination of experience and training that includes 12 qualifying college credits and one (1) year of experience as a County Social Services Aide 3 or similar paraprofessional case management role.

Other Requirements:

•      Valid Pennsylvania driver's license required

•      Must pass a background investigation

•      A conditional offer of employment will require successful 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. )

•      Must be able to perform essential job functions

•      Pennsylvania residency requirement is currently waived for this title

BENEFITS

Somerset County offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

•      Medical, dental, and vision insurance

•      Health savings account (HSA)

•      Flexible spending account (FSA)

•      Life insurance

•      Employee assistance program (EAP)

•      Paid time off

•      Employee referral incentive program

•      457(b) deferred compensation plan

•      County pension plan

•      Flexible work arrangements (when feasible)

•      Hybrid telework available (when approved)

•      Tuition reimbursement

•      Use of county vehicle for county business

Somerset County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.

Last Revised: 6.15.2026

Somerset County Children and Youth Services is dedicated to strengthening families, protecting children, and promoting long-term stability within our community. Guided by the Public Welfare Code, we serve children from birth through age 18 with a focus on keeping families safely together whenever possible, while providing temporary care and permanency options when needed.
Our work is grounded in a trauma-informed approach. We actively invest in ongoing learning to better understand the impact of trauma and support both families and staff in finding pathways toward healing and recovery. Through education, compassion, and the use of community resources, we empower families to make meaningful, lasting changes in their lives.
Our team collaborates closely with schools, healthcare and behavioral health providers, substance use services, law enforcement, and community agencies to deliver coordinated, effective support. Services include assessment, service planning, counseling, protective services, foster and kinship care, adoption, and beyond.
We are committed to creating a professional, respectful, and supportive workplace. Our employees treat families with dignity and bring a strong sense of purpose to their work, while also building a culture of teamwork, open communication, trust, and mutual respect among colleagues.

Company Description

Somerset County Children and Youth Services is dedicated to strengthening families, protecting children, and promoting long-term stability within our community. Guided by the Public Welfare Code, we serve children from birth through age 18 with a focus on keeping families safely together whenever possible, while providing temporary care and permanency options when needed.\r\nOur work is grounded in a trauma-informed approach. We actively invest in ongoing learning to better understand the impact of trauma and support both families and staff in finding pathways toward healing and recovery. Through education, compassion, and the use of community resources, we empower families to make meaningful, lasting changes in their lives.\r\nOur team collaborates closely with schools, healthcare and behavioral health providers, substance use services, law enforcement, and community agencies to deliver coordinated, effective support. Services include assessment, service planning, counseling, protective services, foster and kinship care, adoption, and beyond.\r\nWe are committed to creating a professional, respectful, and supportive workplace. Our employees treat families with dignity and bring a strong sense of purpose to their work, while also building a culture of teamwork, open communication, trust, and mutual respect among colleagues.