County Social Services Aide 1 (Local Government) - Westmoreland County C&Y (Multiple Vacancies)

If you have a passion for helping children and families, the Westmoreland County Children's Bureau is interested in talking to you! We are seeking compassionate and dedicated individuals to join us in County Social Services Aide 1 positions. Apply now and join a team that values respect self-determination while providing culturally competent practices that empower children, youth, and families to become independent and to function at the highest degree possible!

In this position you will assist and receive training from professional social services personnel in providing routine services to children, youth, and families and people who are mentally disabled. Your work will involve scheduling, transporting, and escorting clients to medical appointments, foster homes, court hearings, and for recreation purposes. You will also help our clients by providing basic information about our programs and services, contacting clients who miss appointments, performing routine clerical duties for the office, and keeping our waiting and visiting rooms clean and welcoming.

You will also assist clients and families with the everyday activities of living including home maintenance, as well as participate in the distribution and delivery of equipment, clothing, and other belongings of clients. Work also involves supervising children during office visits and in crisis situations in the home. Do not miss this rewarding opportunity to help us ensure that every child under our care and supervision has a safe, stable, and permanent home in which to grow!

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• 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 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).
• 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.

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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.