Reference #: 4344879THE POSITIONAllegheny County Department of Human Services, Children, Youth and Families is seeking hard-working, forward-thinking applicants who are dedicated to the safety, security, protection and stability of children within our county.  Join our team!

　　DESCRIPTION OF WORKThe Casework Manager, Department of Human Services (DHS), Office of Children, Youth, and Families (OCYF), under the authority of the Regional Office Administrator, Office of Children, Youth and Families (OCYF), will oversee the clinical work and activities of each casework unit within the regional office. This includes working collaboratively with all the support teams to ensure the best clinical decisions are being made on cases and with DHS Teaming Institute to ensure cases are carried out in adherence to the OCYF Practice Model of Conferencing and Teaming as well as State and Federal mandates.  You will need to achieve and maintain Conferencing and Teaming Coaching status as determined by the DHS Conferencing and Teaming Institute.  Additionally, you will work closely with the multi-system team as well as other DHS Program offices in order to have clinical oversight for children and families.  Most importantly you will oversee this collaborative effort to assess the strengths and needs of individuals and families and reconnect foster care children and adults with positive family and kin utilizing a variety of tools and family engagement strategies and ensuring fidelity to the Conferencing and Teaming business process.

　　Other duties and responsibilities will include but not limited to:

　　Overseeing Casework Supervisors to ensure the best clinical management of all cases under OCYF supervision.

　　Orientation of new Caseworkers and Casework Supervisors to the operation of the unit and the DHS/OCYF.

　　Developing the skills of Caseworkers and Casework Supervisors through teaching, coaching, role modeling, and informing workers of the availability of training resources.Teaching or supplying information to Caseworkers and Casework Supervisors on DHS/OCYF policies and procedures, relevant legal mandates, sound social service principles for the study, diagnosis and treatment of family and social problems, relevant theories of child development, family dynamics and more.

　　Applying knowledge for case planning, techniques of crisis intervention, correct record keeping and recording procedures, availability of community resources for consumers, caseload coverage and management.

　　Work Schedule and Additional Information:Full-time employment.Work hours are 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 60-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

　　QUALIFICATIONSMinimum 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;orAny 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 thePA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the and click on Residency.Hiring preference for this vacancy will be given to candidates who live within Allegheny County. If no eligible candidates who live within Allegheny County apply for this position, candidates who reside in other counties may be considered.

　　You must be able to perform essential job functions.Legal Requirements:You must pass a background investigation.This position fa ls 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 and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at.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.

　　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.

　　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.