Entry-Level Supports Coordinator - Behavioral Health & ID

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania in Honesdale, PA is seeking a Caseworker 1 – Supports Coordinator to guide individuals through planning and access to behavioral health and IDD services. You will coordinate services, advocate for consumers, and manage documentation in a fast-paced environment.

The role involves field visits, travel within/out of the county, and strict deadlines, with full-time hours 37.5 per week and no telework. Training and benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience as County Social Services Aide 3 and two years of college coursework 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.

Responsibilities

• Plan Development: Create treatment plans, life management plans, and Individual Support Plans based on consumer needs
• Service Coordination: Locate appropriate providers and support enrollment into service programs
• Record Maintenance: Maintain organized files, records, and documentation for continuity of care
• Consumer Advocacy: Act as a voice for the consumer to ensure approved and appropriate treatment
• Field Responsibilities: Travel to homes, agencies, and service sites, including driving both in and out of the county
• Deadline Management: Complete daily paperwork accurately while meeting strict and frequently changing deadlines

Education

Two years of experience as County Social Services Aide 3 and two years of college coursework (12 credits) in sociology/social welfare/psychology/gerontology/criminal justice

Bachelor's degree with 12 credits in sociology/social welfare/psychology/gerontology/criminal justice

Equivalent combination of experience and training including 12 credits in sociology/social welfare/psychology/gerontology/criminal justice and one year of paraprofessional case management

Educational requirements met within two months of graduating

Job description

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania in Honesdale, PA is seeking a Caseworker 1 – Supports Coordinator to guide individuals through planning and access to behavioral health and IDD services. You will coordinate services, advocate for consumers, and manage documentation in a fast-paced environment.

The role involves field visits, travel within/out of the county, and strict deadlines, with full-time hours 37.5 per week and no telework. Training and benefits are provided.