Full-Time Mental Health Caseworker: Connect Adults to Care

Commonwealth-of-Pennsylvania; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is seeking a County Caseworker 2 to provide case management for adults receiving mental health supports. You will review referrals, update authorizations, and guide individuals to community resources. This role emphasizes teamwork and accurate service delivery.

Responsibilities include processing referrals, managing records for hearings, and assisting with housing and oversight tasks while ensuring timely communications with providers and clients.

Qualifications

• Six months of experience as County Caseworker 1 or equivalent.
• Bachelor’s degree with social welfare major or related credits within two months of graduating.
• PA residency requirement is waived for this title.

Responsibilities

• Review referrals for qualifications and enter information into tracking systems.
• Add and update authorizations for county funded mental health programs.
• Answer calls and walk-ins, discuss services and screen insurance.

Skills

Teamwork

Problem solving

Community service

Education

Bachelor’s in social welfare

12 credits in sociology/psychology/gerontology/criminal justice

Equivalent combination with 12 related credits

Job description

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is seeking a County Caseworker 2 to provide case management for adults receiving mental health supports. You will review referrals, update authorizations, and guide individuals to community resources. This role emphasizes teamwork and accurate service delivery.

Responsibilities include processing referrals, managing records for hearings, and assisting with housing and oversight tasks while ensuring timely communications with providers and clients.