County Caseworker 2 (Local Government) - Supports Coordinator - Wayne County MH/ID

Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania; Honesdale (Wayne County); Presencial; USD 45.000 - 55.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Comprehensive benefits package

Generous paid leave

Family-friendly work environment

Descripción de la vacante

The Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania is seeking a Supports Coordinator in Honesdale, PA. This full-time role involves helping individuals access vital services, develop plans, and participate in the community. The ideal candidate is compassionate and has a degree in social welfare or related fields.

Additional responsibilities include community guidance, ongoing training, and direct engagement with clients. Wayne County offers a comprehensive benefits package and values a diverse workforce.

Formación

• Six months of experience as a County Caseworker 1 or equivalent.
• Bachelor’s degree with 12 college credits in related social sciences.
• Ability to perform essential job functions.

Responsabilidades

• Create and manage Individual Support Plans.
• Connect individuals with required services.
• Encourage community involvement.

Conocimientos

Compassionate support

Community engagement

Plan development

Educación

Bachelor’s degree in social welfare or related field

Descripción del empleo

The Position

Located in Honesdale, PA, Wayne County is seeking a compassionate, community‑minded professional to join the team as a Supports Coordinator. In this rewarding role, you will help individuals access services, achieve their goals, and actively participate in their communities while working closely with families and support teams.

Wayne County offers a comprehensive benefits package, generous paid leave, and a family‑friendly work environment.

Responsibilities

• Plan Development: Create Individual Support Plans and update them as needs change.
• Support Coordination: Connect individuals with needed services and natural supports.
• Community Guidance: Encourage individuals to explore work and community involvement when appropriate.
• Ongoing Training: Participate in initial and ongoing training through supervision and peer shadowing.
• Direct Engagement: Travel to meet individuals and teams in person while balancing office and data entry work.

Work Schedule and Additional Information

• Full‑time employment.
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday‑Friday, with a 1‑hour lunch.
• Occasional overnight and out‑of‑county travel for meetings or training.
• ID Supports Coordinators are not on call, but in an emergency may be called out.
• Telework: Telework is not an option.
• Further communication regarding this position will be sent via email; check email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

Qualifications

• Six months of experience as a County Caseworker 1; or
• Successful completion of the County Social Casework Intern program; or
• A bachelor’s degree with a social welfare major; or
• A bachelor’s degree that includes or is supplemented by 12 college credits in sociology, social welfare, psychology, gerontology, criminal justice, or other related social sciences and one year of professional social casework experience in a public or private social service agency; 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.
• Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within two months of graduating with a qualifying degree/credits.

Additional Requirements

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

Legal Requirements

• A conditional offer of employment will require a drug screening.
• You must pass a background investigation.
• This position falls under the provisions of the Child Protective Services Law, requiring satisfactory criminal history reports including PA State Police clearance, PA Child Abuse history clearance, and FBI Fingerprint clearance.

Benefits

Wayne County offers a comprehensive benefits package, generous paid leave, and a family‑friendly work environment.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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.