Social Services Aide 1 C&Y
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Wayne County, GA - USA
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Job Summary
NOTE: THIS IS A REPOSTING OF (CS--L0620). IF YOU APPLIED UNDER THE PREVIOUS POSTING WHICH WAS OPEN FROM SEPTEMBER 22 2026 TO OCTOBER 05 2026 YOU CANNOT SUBMIT A NEW APPLICATION.
Wayne County Children & Youth Services in Honesdale PA is seeking a compassionate motivated individual to support children and families through parent education nutrition life skills and other essential services. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a positive impact while enjoying comprehensive training professional growth a supportive team environment and an excellent benefits package. Join us and build a career that changes lives!
This position supports families in their homes by helping them build the skills needed for daily living and long-term stability. You will work alongside caseworkers to deliver guidance encouragement and practical assistance. As a Social Services Aide 1 you will perform the following duties:
- Family Support: Provide guidance in budgeting parenting education hygiene nutrition and home upkeep
- Skill Building: Teach practical skills such as cooking food shopping and maintaining a safe home environment
- Transportation Assistance: Transport consumers to supervised visits and required appointments
- Child Care: Provide child care when needed and assist families with completing applications and forms
- Documentation: Prepare detailed written reports after each appointment and contribute to treatment planning meetings
- Field Readiness: Navigate varied environments climb steps manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines under changing conditions
The Departments under the Wayne County Human Services Department of Wayne County Government are Civil Service covered positions through the Pennsylvania State Civil Service Commission. Please note these are County positions and carry county salaries and benefits package.
The County of Wayne is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer.
Visit Pennsylvania Bureau of Talent Acquisition to apply.
For additional information contact Michelle Valinski at or email.
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:-Graduation from high school; or -Any equivalent combination of training and Requirements:-You must meet the PA residency requirement.-You must be able to perform essential job functions.
-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 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.
-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).-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. -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 (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.-Completing the application including all supplemental questions serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required.
