Caseworker I: Community Support & Planning

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 40,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is seeking a County Caseworker 1 to help individuals access services and supports that promote safety, independence, and well-being in Fayette County. You will develop personalized plans, coordinate with providers, and guide client-centered conversations to empower choices.

The role requires navigating state requirements, working hours from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, and a focus on linking individuals to resources while ensuring safety and quality of care.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience as a County Social Services Aide 3 and two years of college level coursework which includes 12 college credits in sociology, social welfare, psychology, gerontology, criminal justice, or other related social sciences; or
• A bachelor's degree which includes or is supplemented by successful completion of 12 college credits in sociology, social welfare, psychology, gerontology, criminal justice, or other related social sciences; or
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training which includes 12 college credits in sociology, social welfare, psychology, gerontology, criminal justice, or other related social sciences and one year of experience as a County Social Services Aide 3 or in a similar position performing paraprofessional case management functions.
• Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within two months of graduating with a qualifying degree/credits.

Responsibilities

• Plan Development: Create individualized service plans that reflect a person’s needs and preferences
• Service Coordination: Identify and connect individuals to providers, community supports, and natural resources
• Person-Centered Support: Guide planning discussions that highlight personal choice and control
• Service Monitoring: Confirm that services match what is written in the individualized service plan
• Health and Safety Oversight: Observe and review the well-being of individuals receiving supports
• Resource Linking: Direct individuals to benefits, services, and helpful information

Education

Bachelor's degree with 12 credits in sociology, social welfare, psychology, gerontology, criminal justice, or related social sciences

Job description

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is seeking a County Caseworker 1 to help individuals access services and supports that promote safety, independence, and well-being in Fayette County. You will develop personalized plans, coordinate with providers, and guide client-centered conversations to empower choices.

The role requires navigating state requirements, working hours from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, and a focus on linking individuals to resources while ensuring safety and quality of care.