County Caseworker 1 (Local Government) - Northumberland County MH/ID (Multiple Vacancies)

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is seeking a County Caseworker 1 for Northumberland County's Intellectual/Developmental Services Program to support individuals in meeting personal goals and gaining access to services.

You will gather information, develop service plans, assist with benefits, coordinate progress, coordinate community supports, and maintain documentation; telework is not available. Hours are 8:30 AM–4:30 PM, Monday to Friday.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Plan development: prepare individualized service plans with goals and needed services.
• Benefit assistance: help individuals apply for available benefit programs.
• Progress coordination: lead meetings to review consumer progress toward goals.
• Supportive services: arrange budgeting guidance, social skill development, and daily living support.
• Documentation management: maintain records to support continuity of care and advocacy.
• Crisis response: provide immediate assistance during emergencies under supervision.

Skills

Empathy

Communication skills

Crisis support

Education

Bachelor's degree with 12 credits in social sciences

Two years as County Social Services Aide 3 plus 12 college credits

Equivalent combo with 12 credits and paraprofessional experience

Job description

THE POSITION

The County Caseworker 1 position with the Northumberland County Intellectual/Developmental Services Program gives you the chance 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 work allows you to promote stability and confidence in those you serve. The agency values dedicated individuals who enjoy helping others grow.

THE POSITION

The County Caseworker 1 position with the Northumberland County Intellectual/Developmental Services Program gives you the chance 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 work allows you to promote stability and confidence in those you serve. The agency values dedicated individuals who enjoy helping others grow.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This role centers on gathering information, supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental needs, and guiding them through treatment and service options. You will help people access benefits, develop personal goals, and stay safe in their communities. As a County Caseworker 1, you will perform the following duties:

• 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

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment.
• Work hours are 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

Required Experience, Training & Eligibility

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Two years of experience as a County Social Services Aide 3 and two years of college level course work 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.

Other Requirements:

• PA residency requirement is currently waived for this title.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

• You must pass a background investigation.
• This position falls under the provisions of the Child Protective Services Law.
• Under the Law, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports including, but not limited to, PA State Police clearance, PA Child Abuse history clearance, and FBI Fingerprint clearance.

Veterans:

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. 7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

EXAMINATION INFORMATION

• Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
• Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
• Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
• You must provide complete and accurate information or:
  • your score may be lower than deserved.
  • you may be disqualified.
• You may only apply/test once for this posting.
• Your results will be provided via email.