Caseworker I — IDD Services & Community Support

Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania; Sunbury (Northumberland County); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is seeking a County Caseworker 1 for the Northumberland County Intellectual/Developmental Services Program in Sunbury. This full-time civil service role focuses on gathering information, supporting individuals with developmental needs, and guiding them through treatment and service options.

You will help clients access benefits, develop personal goals, and stay safe in their communities.

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 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 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

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

Job description

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is seeking a County Caseworker 1 for the Northumberland County Intellectual/Developmental Services Program in Sunbury. This full-time civil service role focuses on gathering information, supporting individuals with developmental needs, and guiding them through treatment and service options.

You will help clients access benefits, develop personal goals, and stay safe in their communities.