Our Work Changes Lives! Are you looking for a rewarding career helping children and families? Somerset County Children and Youth Services is looking for enthusiastic, compassionate, and meticulous Caseworker I to join our growing team! This career will allow you to gain useful and rewarding firsthand experience – and make a real impact on people’s lives. This full-time position offers a competitive salary, and generous benefit package, pay increases after 12 and 18 months, and tuition reimbursement! Our generous benefit package includes:
personnel days
vacation time
paid holidays
Pension plan
Health care with prescription drug coverage
Vision
Dental
And More!
What does a Caseworker I do? Some of what you do as a Caseworker is: · Gain knowledge of the method, procedures, rules and regulations necessary to perform social service / case management support services · Schedule monthly interactions with children, families, care workers, faster families · Work with families to help them create a more productive environment · Advocate for clients' rights and access to services · Help provide crisis intervention and support to clients facing challenging situations · Collaborate with other professionals, such as social workers and healthcare providers, to ensure comprehensive care · Assist families in understanding and utilizing resources from public and private social services to meet their needs What do you need to be a Caseworker I? · A Bachelor’s Degree · OR Associate’s Degree with 2 years of paraprofessional case management · OR Associate’s Degree with 2 years of experience as a County Social Service Aide III This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of individuals and families in need. If you are passionate about social work, possess excellent communication skills, and have a desire to help others navigate challenging circumstances, we encourage you to apply for the Caseworker I position. *Must be able to pass a background check and drug screen* Somerset County Children and Youth Services affirms a commitment to nondiscrimination in services, and equal opportunity and affirmative action in all employment actions and procurement activities Job Type: Full-time Pay: $34,000.00 per year Benefits: