County Casework Supervisor - Local Government- Wayne County C&Y

THE POSITION

Are you driven by a desire to support children and families in need? Do you have a knack for organization and a responsible attitude, coupled with strong management skills? If you find yourself nodding in agreement, then Wayne County Children and Youth would be thrilled to have you join our dedicated team. Here, you will have the opportunity to create a meaningful impact on the lives of families in our community, helping them navigate challenges and fostering a brighter future.

We invite you to become a part of our mission—apply today and start making a difference!

This role encompasses a comprehensive array of intake management and social services aimed at supporting children, youth, and families. The ideal candidate will oversee a team of four to six caseworkers within the Intake unit, conducting performance evaluations and ensuring that staff adhere to relevant laws and regulations while delivering services. In the absence of caseworkers, the individual will be responsible for the daily operations of the Intake Unit and may also manage a direct service caseload.

Additionally, the position involves training both new and existing caseworkers in line with the agency's policies and procedures. The incumbent will continuously develop and refine intake unit policies, assessing and recommending modifications to align with federal and state regulations. Furthermore, this role contributes to the formulation of the annual plan, which includes gathering and analyzing data and statistics, as well as preparing written reports for review by supervisory and administrative staff.

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 60‑minute lunch.
• On‑call 24/7 on a rotating basis. Irregular hours including evenings and weekends.
• 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.

• Two years of professional experience in public or private social work and a bachelor's degree with major course work in sociology, social welfare, psychology, gerontology, criminal justice, or other related social sciences; or
• Any equivalent combination of experience and education which includes 12 college credits in sociology, social welfare, psychology, gerontology, criminal justice, or other related social sciences.

• You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency Guidelines.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

• You must pass a background investigation.
• A conditional offer of employment will require a 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.

• 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).
• This posting requires submission of a copy of your college transcript(s). Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You may upload your document as an attachment during the application process. You must still complete the application and answer the supplemental questions. All documents must be uploaded prior to the submission of your application.
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
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