Community Engagement Specialist- Site Based

C A R E CENTER INC; Butler (Butler County); On-site; USD 24,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & dental benefits

Retirement plan with agency match

Tuition discounts

Career advancement opportunities

Generous time off

Job summary

The CARE Center, Inc. in Butler, PA is seeking a Part-Time Social Services Specialist to implement and monitor client service plans and assist in daily program operations.

You will conduct psychosocial assessments, provide supportive counseling, and advocate for entitlement resources while maintaining client records and coordinating with community partners. Qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or related field and successful clearance checks.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or related human services field (accredited).
• Ability to obtain vital information during interviews to inform recommendations.
• Knowledge of financial entitlement programs and available social services.
• Must obtain Criminal History Clearance from PA State Police, DHS, and FBI.
• Must not be excluded from Medicare/Medicaid or federal health programs.

Responsibilities

• Implements and monitors client service plans and assists in daily operation of program activities.
• Conducts psychosocial assessments and reassessments to develop and update service plans.
• Provides supportive counseling and intensive life skills training to individuals and groups.
• Advocates to identify entitlement resources and social/vocational services.
• Maintains client records, prepares reports, and ensures timely documentation.
• Maintains communication with internal and external programs and community resources, adhering to policies and laws.

Skills

Interviewing skills

Entitlement programs

Clearance requirement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Social Work / related field

Job description

Job Details

• Job Location: CARE Center- Butler Location - Butler, PA
• Position Type: Part Time
• Salary Range: Undisclosed
• Job Shift: Day
• Comprehensive Benefits Package
• Tuition Discounts
• Career Advancement

The CARE Center, Inc.

Overall Function

Implements and monitors client service plans and assists in the daily operation of program activities.

Essential Functions

• Conducts Psychosocial Assessments and Re-assessments of clients to develop and update individualized Service Plans.
• Provides supportive counseling and intensive life skills training to individuals and client groups.
• Serves as advocate to identify and assess entitlement resources and available social and vocational services.
• Maintains current client case record activity and progress, prepares and submits all required program forms, reports and documentation in an accurate and timely manner.
• Maintains appropriate communication with internal and external programs and community resources.
• Adheres to all policies, laws, regulations and codes of ethics and confidentiality as outlined by federal and state laws, and agency policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work Psychology or related human services field from an accredited college or university with one-year experience preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to obtain vital information during an interview to make proper recommendations.
• Demonstrated knowledge of financial entitlement programs and available social services.
• Must successfully obtain Criminal History Clearance from the PA State Police, Child Abuse Clearance from the PA Department of Human Services and FBI Fingerprint Clearance.
• Must not be excluded from participation in Medicare, Medicaid or any other federal health care program.

Available Benefits

• Medical and dental benefits for eligible employees.
• Retirement plan with potential for agency match.
• Tuition discounts with partnering colleges and universities.
• Career advancement opportunities.
• Generous time off for eligible employees.
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