Social Services Aide 1- Children's Bureau

Job Opportunities Available! Westmoreland County Children’s Bureau is looking for organized, intelligent, and caring people to fill several County Social Services Aide 1’s.  As an aid, our professional social services personnel will train you to effectively assist them in providing supportive services to children, youth, and families and people who are mentally disabled. Work involves transporting and escorting clients to medical, dental, and other appointments and to foster homes, court hearings, and recreation activities. This includes scheduling appointments, providing basic information, and contacting clients who miss appointments.  Other responsibilities involve helping clients and families with the everyday activities of living including home maintenance and care. You will also assist with the distribution and delivery of equipment, clothing, and other belongings of clients as well as supervise children during office visits and in crisis situations in the home. Work also includes routine clerical and office duties such as handling mail, answering the phone, typing, and maintaining waiting and visiting rooms. Individuals interested in pursuing a career in the field of child welfare should follow the following steps: Go to the State Employment website at www.employment.pa.gov and choose “Open Jobs”, then “Open to Public” To see current Westmoreland County position postings, use the filter option “location” and choose Westmoreland County.  All current Westmoreland County civil positions will be listed.  County Social Service Aide 1 Positions are currently posted and will remain up December 4, 2024 @ 11:59 p.m., please click and apply. All interested individuals are also asked to submit a resume to Aimee Heater at AHeater@westmorelandcountypa.gov.  REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONSMinimum Experience and Training Requirements:Graduation from high school; or Any equivalent combination of training and experience.
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