Reference #: 4320990THE POSITIONIf you are a caring and responsible person who would enjoy making a positive difference in the lives of others, we have the position for you!  Wayne County Children and Youth Services is seeking a County Social Services Aide 1 to provide services to families with children in all areas including parent education, nutrition, and life skills, in addition to providing assistance and education throughout all phases of the family's life.  This is a wonderful opportunity for personal and professional growth.  We offer comprehensive training and an excellent benefits package all within a supportive team atmosphere!

　　DESCRIPTION OF WORK

　　The County Social Services Aide 1 is an entry level position which works closely with caseworkers and other social service aides to provide in-home support to families with children who have been deemed eligible for services.  This is an excellent opportunity to provide one-on-one assistance and interface with families to work towards achieving positive goals and outcomes.

　　Duties may include assistance in all areas of family life including household budgeting, in-home parenting education, proper hygiene, nutrition, cooking and grocery shopping skills, and general maintenance of the home.  You may be required to transport consumers to supervised visitation and scheduled appointments, as well as provide childcare when necessary. This position also assists in completing various applications/forms and miscellaneous clerical duties.  You will be responsible for completing written reports of each appointment with consumers, participate in meetings with other staff to develop treatment plans and set goals for consumers, and attend court hearings and provide testimony, if needed.

　　General activities may include frequent standing, climbing steps, and walking distances as a normal part of this position. You must be able to climb flights of steps in homes and apartment buildings where no elevators are present.  We are looking for someone who can manage multiple tasks, meet strict deadlines, and pays close attention to details under a constantly changing work environment.  Travel may be required to areas that may not be accessible to public transportation.

　　Work Schedule and Additional Information:

　　Full-time employment

　　Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 60-minute lunch.

　　Once trained, this position may not consist of the traditional work hours of 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM with one hour for lunch.

　　This position will require evening and weekend work hours.

　　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.  REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

　　QUALIFICATIONS

　　Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

　　Graduation from high school;or

　　Any equivalent combination of training and experience.

　　Other Requirements:

　　You must meet the .  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 Lackawanna, Monroe, Pike, Susquehanna or Wayne counties.  If no eligible candidates who live within these counties 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.

　　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 lett rs, 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.

　　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.