Caseworker

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

Use of County vehicle while visiting clients

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 Community Resources and 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

Employment Type: Full Time

Years Experience: 1 - 3 years

Salary: $34,000 Annual

Bonus/Commission: No

Full-Time