Social Services Aide

THE POSITION Are you looking for a rewarding opportunity to make a positive impact in your community? The Northumberland County Children and Youth Services is looking for motivated and dependable individuals. Our Social Services Aides perform a variety of social services duties designed to provide essential support to children, youth, and families. Apply today if you want to join a team of dedicated professionals, experience professional growth, and make a difference every day! DESCRIPTION OF WORK As a Social Services Aide 2, you will support the Parent Education Program by providing ongoing parent education services. You will facilitate individual and group activities for parents, adolescents, and children; prepare activities for improving parenting skills, using discipline techniques, and increasing self-esteem; and collaborate with staff to discuss educational service needs, individual progress, and client goals. This role requires the ability to form effective relationships and a genuine desire to ensure that children are protected from abuse and neglect. In addition, you will maintain accurate documentation, assist with daycare arrangements and transportation services, and help supervise parent and children interactions. Work Schedule and Additional Information: 1. Full-time employment, 37.5 hours per week 2. Work hours are 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch. 3. Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position. 4. Salary: ** In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable. 5. 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: 1. One year as a County Social Services Aide 1; or 2. Graduation from high school, or its equivalency, and two years of experience in public contact work in a human services agency which included one year of experience in interviewing and obtaining information; or 3. An associate's degree in sociology, social welfare, psychology, gerontology, criminal justice, or other related social sciences; or 4. Any equivalent combination of experience and training. 5. Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within 3 months of graduating with a qualifying degree. Other Requirements: 1. You must be in possession of a valid driver's license which is not under suspension. 2. You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency. 3. You must be able to perform essential job functions. Legal Requirements: 1. You must pass a background investigation. 2. This position falls under the provisions of the Child Protective Services Law. 3. 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. In accordance with the seniority provisions of the applicable collective bargaining agreement, this position was previously posted for seniority candidates. Since there were no seniority candidates, it is now open to all applicants. How to Apply: 1. 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). 2. 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. 3. Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted. 4. Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position. Veterans: 1. 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 www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans. Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS): 1. 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. 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. 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 disqu