County Casework Supervisor (Local Government) - Bradford County C&Y

Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania
$51,979.20 Annually
benefit packages are determined by the county and may vary. please contact the applicable county human resource office directly to inquire about a specific benefit package.
United States, Pennsylvania, Towanda
218 Main Street (Show on map)
Feb 27, 2025
THE POSITION Would you like to be a part of a supportive team that makes a difference in the lives of children and their families? Bradford County Children and Youth Services (BCCYS) is eager to welcome a County Casework Supervisor to lead our dedicated team of professionals. If you have a passion for providing services for children and their families, we encourage you to apply and become part of a team making a real difference. DESCRIPTION OF WORK Staff training is a major focus of this role. You will develop, find, and implement in-service training for professional social service workers, both individuals and groups, providing full-time guidance to staff on a continuing basis. Additional duties include reviewing staff work, making contacts and maintaining relationships with other agencies in the community, and carrying a small caseload to maintain expert witness status. As the Supervisor, you will be required to have knowledge in case management and social work principles, practices and methodologies, as well as knowledge of basic principles of supervision, organization and training. You must possess knowledge of rules, laws, regulations, policies and procedures governing child welfare and show the ability to evaluate the work of subordinates and provide assistance and guidance as needed. Additional duties to include but not limited to: Possessing skills in negotiation, advocacy, organization, data management, human relations and engagement. Fulfilling all requirements set forth by the Department of Public Welfare for the certification of Child Welfare Supervisor and the Agency Work Schedule and Additional Information: Full-time employment Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with 30-minute lunch. Hours may vary due to travel, after hours appointments, etc. Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time. Work from home policy is limited to 18 days per year. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Towanda. 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. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements: 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. 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 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. 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). 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. 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.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov. 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. EXAMINATION INFORMATION 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.