Caseworker I, ID Services — Community Support

Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania; Sunbury (Northumberland County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania in Northumberland County is seeking a County Caseworker 1 to uplift individuals who need dependable support. You will help people strengthen life skills, connect with services, and stay on track with personal goals.

This role promotes stability and confidence for those served. The position centers on gathering information, supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental needs, and guiding them through treatment and service options, including benefits

Qualifications

• Two years of experience as a County Social Services Aide 3 and two years of college level coursework which includes 12 credits in sociology, social welfare, psychology, gerontology, criminal justice, or related social sciences; or
• A bachelor's degree which includes or is supplemented by 12 college credits in sociology, social welfare, psychology, gerontology, criminal justice, or 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 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.

Responsibilities

• Plan Development: Prepare individualized service plans that describe goals and needed services
• Benefit Assistance: Assist individuals in completing applications for available benefit programs
• Progress Coordination: Lead meetings that review consumer advancement in charted goal areas
• Supportive Services: Arrange community-based supports such as budgeting guidance, social skill development, and daily living assistance
• Documentation Management: Maintain records and files that support continuity of care and advocacy
• Crisis Response: Provide immediate assistance during emergencies as directed by supervisory staff

Education

Two years experience as County Social Services Aide 3 + 12 college credits in social sciences

Bachelor's degree with 12 credits in social sciences

Equivalent combo: 12 credits in social sciences + 1 year paraprofessional experience

Job description

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania in Northumberland County is seeking a County Caseworker 1 to uplift individuals who need dependable support. You will help people strengthen life skills, connect with services, and stay on track with personal goals.

This role promotes stability and confidence for those served. The position centers on gathering information, supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental needs, and guiding them through treatment and service options, including benefits