County Social Services Aide 1 (Local Government) - Wayne County C&Y

This is a rewarding position for a caring and responsible person who will make a difference by providing services to families with children. If that sounds like you, we want you on our team! As a County Social Services Aide 1 with Wayne County Children & Youth Services you will help provide assistance, education, and support in all phases of the family's life including parent education, nutrition, life skills, and more. Do not miss this wonderful opportunity for personal and professional growth with training available, a great team atmosphere, and an excellent benefit package. Apply with us today!

In this entry level, County Social Services Aide 1 position, you will work closely with caseworkers and other social service aides to provide services in the home to families with children after a caseworker has visited and determined services to be provided. This is an excellent opportunity for one-on-one assistance and communication with families to work toward positive goals and outcomes.

Your duties will include helping families in all areas of life such as household budgeting, in-home parenting education, proper hygiene, nutrition, cooking and food shopping skills, and maintenance of the home. You will also assist in completing applications and forms needed to help families access other types of assistance. Work may include transporting consumers to supervised visitation and necessary appointments, as well as providing childcare when necessary. This involves frequent standing, climbing steps, and walking distances as a normal part of the job duties.

You will also be responsible for completing a written report of each appointment with families; participate in meetings with other staff to develop treatment plans and set goals; attend court and testify, if needed; and complete clerical office duties as needed.

If you can manage multiple tasks, meet strict deadlines, and pay close attention to details under a constantly changing work environment you will succeed in this role. Find fulfillment in your work and make a difference with our team!

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• $1,500 sign on bonus available for this position after six (6) months of service.
• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 60-minute lunch. Possible after-hours appointments for supervised visitation and transportation.
• Travel to areas that may not be accessible to public transportation. Possible travel requiring overnight stays.
• 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:

• Graduation from high school; or
• Any equivalent combination of training and experience.

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.

Legal Requirements:

• You must pass a background investigation.
• A conditional offer of employment will require a medical examination and a drug screening. A physical and tuberculosis test are required.
• 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.

• 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.