Community Caseworker: Help People Thrive and Achieve Independence

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania’s Fayette County Behavioral Health Administration is seeking a County Caseworker 1 to help guide individuals toward independence and improved well-being. The role emphasizes coordinated services, person-centered support, and safety-focused care within a community-oriented team.

Responsibilities include developing service plans, coordinating with providers, monitoring service delivery, and promoting health and safety.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience as a County Social Services Aide 3 and two years of college coursework with 12 credits in sociology, social welfare, psychology, gerontology, criminal justice, or related social sciences; or
• Bachelor's degree with 12 college credits in sociology, social welfare, psychology, gerontology, criminal justice, or related social sciences; or
• Any equivalent combination including 12 college credits in social sciences and one year of paraprofessional case management experience.

Responsibilities

• Create individualized service plans based on each person’s needs and goals.
• Connect individuals with providers and community supports that fit their needs.
• Monitor delivery of services to ensure they align with the service plan.
• Promote well-being by addressing safety concerns and supporting healthy choices.
• Encourage individuality, choice, and control in the lives of the people assisted.

Skills

Social services experience

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree with 12 credits in sociology/social sciences

Two years college coursework with 12 credits in social sciences

Job description

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania’s Fayette County Behavioral Health Administration is seeking a County Caseworker 1 to help guide individuals toward independence and improved well-being. The role emphasizes coordinated services, person-centered support, and safety-focused care within a community-oriented team.

Responsibilities include developing service plans, coordinating with providers, monitoring service delivery, and promoting health and safety.