County Social Worker 1 (Local Government) - Westmoreland County C&Y Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/pabureau/jobs/newprint/4797004) Apply  County Social Worker 1 (Local Government) - Westmoreland County C&Y Salary $53,001.00 Annually Location Westmoreland County, PA Job Type Civil Service Permanent Full-Time Job Number CS-2025-17000-L0630 Department Local Government Division HS Westmoreland Co Child Welfa Opening Date 01/21/2025 Closing Date 2/3/2025 11:59 PM Eastern Job Code L0630 Position Number 80011154 Union Teamsters Bargaining Unit LG Pay Group LG Bureau / Division Code 88212765 Bureau / Division Westmoreland County Children's Bureau Worksite Address 40 North Pennsylvania Avenue, Suite 310 City Greensburg, Pennsylvania Zip Code 15601 Contact Name Aimee M. Heater Contact Phone 724.830.3336 Contact Email aheater@westmorelandcountypa.gov + Description + Benefits + Questions THE POSITION Are you passionate about helping children and families while experiencing personal satisfaction in aiding others? The Westmoreland County Children's Bureau is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Social Worker 1 eager to create a positive impact in the community. In this role, you will assess the independent living needs of eligible children and formulate tailored case plans for those you serve. As a Social Worker 1, your work will be vital in guiding families toward better living conditions and opportunities. You will engage with clients to understand their unique situations and develop strategies that promote their well-being and independence. Your expertise will play a crucial role in fostering a supportive environment for those in need. If you are ready to take on this rewarding challenge and contribute to the lives of children and families, we would love to hear from you! DESCRIPTION OF WORK A County Social Worker 1 conducts assessments of independent living needs and develops living case plans for an assigned client base. This will include applying resources for educational and vocational training, basic living skills, and conducting workshops that promote self-confidence and transitional skills for independent living. Strong communication skills are necessary for client interaction as well as the coordination of necessary services within the agency and community resources. This position also prepares reports, provides agency and provider staff training, and actively participates in meetings and court case reviews. Work Schedule and Additional Information: + Full-time employment, 37.5 hours per week + Work hours are 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch. + 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: + Graduation from an approved graduate school with a master's degree in social work. + Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within 3 months of graduating with a qualifying degree/credits. Other Requirements: + You must meet the PA residency requirement (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) . For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) 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 willnotbe 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 towww.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. 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. 01 Youmustcomplete the applicationandanswer the supplemental questions. Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position or to determine your score. All information you provide on your application and supplemental questions is subject to verification. Any misrepresentation, falsification, or omission of material facts is subject to penalty. If requested, you must provide documentation, including names, addresses, and telephone numbers of individuals who can verify the validity of the information you provide in the application and supplemental questions. Read the questions carefully and select the appropriate answer choice. If you have read and understand these instructions, please click on the "Yes" button and proceed to the supplemental questions. If you have general questions regarding the application and hiring process, please refer to ourFAQ page. (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx#q3) + Yes 02 Do you possess a conferred master's degree in Social Work, or are you within three months of possessing a conferred master's degree in Social Work from an approved graduate school? If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted. If you answer "yes" to this question based on education acquired outside of the United States, you must also upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation. For more information on foreign education credentials, please visithttps://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx#q3and click on Other Information. + Yes + No 03 if you do not have a conferred master's degree, on what date do you expect to receive your degree? Type N/A in the text box if this does not apply. Required Question Employer Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Address 613 North Street Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120 Website http://www.employment.pa.gov