THE POSITION

Blair County Children, Youth & Families is looking for a Casework Manager to be part of their Administrative team.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

Blair County CYF is looking for a Casework Manager to oversee the Casework Supervisors in their units. Managers are responsible for running weekly unit meetings with the Supervisors to discuss needs that week. Managers participate in weekly Administrative meetings for Agency-wide needs. Managers also provide direct supervision to each of the supervisors in their unit. The Casework Manager ensures all programs comply with applicable federal, state and county laws, regulations, policies, and procedures. Provide oversight to the agency staff concerning program planning, interpreting overall program objectives, and advising on problems related to the coordination of CYF services. Mentors, guides, and teaches supervisory and casework staff and supervisors in the skills and techniques of providing protective and supportive services to abused and neglected children, including proper methods of case, healthy family interactions, positive communication, appropriate boundaries, and proper discipline.

Reviews and analyzes existing data of all program segments; prepares reports; evaluates program effectiveness; and recommends changes in operational methods. Completes all record keeping requirements for various funding sources; maintains confidentiality at all times. This could be for any programming used within unit. Contributes to preparation and planning of annual needs-based planning budget, related studies, reports, and correspondence.

Attends meetings, trainings, and in-house services as required. Participates in interviews for caseworkers, casework supervisors; provides input for selection. Attends committees and meetings and relays vital information back to the agency. Overnight travel and attendance at local, state, and regional trainings as required. Shares responsibility of covering Supervisor Emergency Duty Coverage.

Performs other related duties as assigned or directed. Models the guiding Mission, Vision and Values of the agency. Maintains a strength based and respectful attitude at all times.
Regular, continuous presence at worksite(s).

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

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  Full-time employment.
• Work hours are 8:00 am to 4:00 pm, Monday - Friday, with 60-minute lunch.
• Rotate supervisor emergency duty coverage for after-hour calls.
• Competitive benefits package starts first of the month following 45 workdays and includes 90% employer-paid PPO health insurance with prescription and vision components, defined benefit pension plan, defined contribution plan, group term life insurance, sick time, and 14 annual paid holidays. Starting Salary Range $48,677.26 to $52,571.45 annually. 35 hour work week.
  
• 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:

• Three years of experience in public or private social work which included one year in a public welfare program and one year in a supervisory capacity; and a bachelor's degree which includes or is supplemented by 12 college credits in sociology, social welfare, psychology, gerontology, criminal justice, or other related social sciences; or
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training 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.

L egal Requirements:

• 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.

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.