Caseworker 2 - Early Intervention Coordinator

County of Northampton; Bethlehem (Northampton County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

County of Northampton is seeking a Caseworker 2 – Early Intervention Service Coordinator to deliver intensive casework for children birth to three with delays or risk factors. You will conduct home visits, participate in MDT teams, and help develop IFSPs and transition plans within the Early Intervention program.

The role requires meticulous recordkeeping in PELICAN, adherence to regulatory timelines, and collaboration with families, providers, and supervisors.

Qualifications

• Experience in case management and home visitation protocols.
• Understanding of IFSP development and transition planning.
• Proficient in documenting services and agency records.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized case management to families with infants/t toddlers.
• Conduct frequent home visits and provider visits.
• Lead IFSP meetings and coordinate service plans.
• Ensure compliance with timelines for evaluations and transitions.
• Maintain timely service coordination notes and billing records.

Skills

Case management

Home visits

IFSP development

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Record keeping

English communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in related social sciences

Tools

PELICAN system

Job description

For questions regarding this posting, please contact Kimberly Lorenzoni, Human Resources Position Specialist, at [e-mail] or 610-829-6372.

Equal Employment Opportunities – It is the policy of Northampton County to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all persons regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, marital status, sex, gender identity, gender expression, age, genetic information, disability, or any other status protected by the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA), and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and any other state, federal, or local law.

GENERAL PURPOSE

The Caseworker 2 – Early Intervention Service Coordinator position is a full-time professional casework position responsible for the provision of Early Intervention services to children, from birth to three (3) years of age, who have developmental delays or are at risk of developmental delays.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

This position reports directly to an Early Intervention Casework Supervisor.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

This position does not exercise supervision over other employees.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES OF THE POSITION

• Provides specialized case management to families and their children, from birth to three (3) years of age, receiving Early Intervention services (or being tracked).
• Completes frequent home visits as well as visits to provider agencies/individuals.
• Participates as part of a Multi-Disciplinary Team to determine initial and ongoing eligibility.
• Assists and coordinates with the development of an Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP).
• Schedules and leads IFSP meetings. Reviews IFSP for input and assistance of the family and providers.
• Provides screening and tracking for those children determined eligible for that component of the program.
• Participates in transition planning.
• Ensures compliance with all timelines specified by regulations, which include evaluations, IFSP development, service delivery, progress monitoring, and transition.
• Participates in case conferences, supervisory meetings, etc. as required.
• Participates in training as required and meets the 24-hour annual requirement.
• Maintains case records, authorizes services, and prepares reports in PELICAN in a timely fashion.
• Monitors service delivery.
• Maintains timely and complete service coordination notes in PELICAN for record maintenance and billing.
• Ensures timely entry of ER, IFSP, and updates in the PELICAN system.
• Reviews all ITF paperwork for completeness.
• Tracks annual recertification and discharge information.

*An employee assigned to this title shall perform a majority, but may not perform all, of the duties listed in this job description. Conversely, minor level duties performed on the job may not be listed. The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.

REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• – At least six (6) months of full-time experience as a County Caseworker 1;
• OR
• Successful completion of the County Social Casework Intern program;
• OR
• Possession of a Bachelor's degree in Sociology, Social Welfare, Psychology, Gerontology, Criminal Justice, or other related Social Sciences;
• OR
• Possession of a Bachelor's degree which includes, or is supplemented by, twelve (12) college credits in Sociology, Social Welfare, Psychology, Gerontology, Criminal Justice, or other related social sciences;
• AND
• At least one (1) year of full-time professional social casework experience in a public or private social services agency. (Public or private social work is defined as professional work identifying and evaluating consumer problems and formulating, implementing, or directing an appropriate service plan. This requires in-depth interviewing to obtain comprehensive information about consumer needs, counseling, proving information about available programs, determining eligibility for program services, and negotiating on behalf of consumers with referral agencies to successfully implement appropriate services.)
• Employee assigned to this title will be required to possess and maintain a valid and current motor vehicle operator’s license. Must have an acceptable driving record. Personal vehicle required for County business, employee is eligible for mileage reimbursement.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of current case management principles, techniques, and methods.
• Knowledge of the basic principles and methods of program interpretation and community organization.
• Knowledge of current social, economic, and health problems and their impact on the growth and development of infants and toddlers.
• Knowledge of individual and group development and behavior and ways of working effectively with adults and children who have social, economic, emotional, or health problems.
• Knowledge of social welfare policy and law as they relate to agency function, purpose, and societal structures.
• Ability to work effectively with people and aid them to grow via the constructive use of their potential and adjusting to their specific problems.
• Ability to understand and accept the needs and rights of others. Ability to work with adults and children who are physically challenged, mentally disabled, emotionally troubled, and economically disadvantaged.
• Ability to learn, interpret, and apply relevant laws, regulations, and policies governing agency services.
• Ability to learn how to conduct individual and family interviews and to use them to identify individual and family problems.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with individuals, their families, other staff, outside agencies, institutions, and the general public.
• Ability to plan and organize work, prepare adequate records and reports, set priorities, and learn to maintain a caseload in an effective and timely manner.
• Ability to plan, organize, and direct the work of others.
• Ability to clearly express ideas verbally and in writing.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times.
• Ability to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in English to perform the duties of this position.

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT

Telephone, personal computer (including word processing and spreadsheet software), calculator, writing implements, fax machine, copy machine, and paper shredder.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk, sit, talk, and hear.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to twenty-five (25) pounds.
• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
• The noise level in the office is moderately quiet. Employee may also work in other environments such as schools, private homes, etc. These work environments may range from quiet to loud.

SELECTION GUIDELINES

• Formal application, rating of education and experience, interview, and reference check as well as job related tests may be required.
• The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

• FLSA STATUS: FLSA NON-EXEMPT (ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME)
• DESIGNATION: CAREER SERVICE
• PAY GRADE: PS/GR35
• UNION STATUS: PSSU

Updated October 2026