Mental Health Caseworker I — Hybrid Work & Community Impact

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is seeking a motivated County Caseworker 1 in Allegheny County to help clients access mental health services and move toward stability. You will work in a supportive public-service environment that values teamwork and community impact.

The role focuses on assisting clients with service access, participating in trainings, and ensuring compliance with relevant laws and policies. Telework may be available after probation, with some in-office requirements based on shift

Qualifications

• Two years of experience as a County Social Services Aide 3 and two years of college-level coursework (12 credits) in sociology, social welfare, psychology, gerontology, criminal justice, or related 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 including 12 credits in related social sciences and one year of paraprofessional case management experience.
• Applicants may be considered as meeting educational requirements within two months of graduating with qualifying degree/credits.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients in obtaining mental health services.
• Participate in supervised training to learn how to deliver services as a mental health delegate.
• Follow state and local laws, policies, and procedures related to behavioral health services.
• Coordinate with authorities, agencies, and partners to support strong outcomes for clients and families.
• Use basic understanding of behavioral health offices to guide services for clients.

Education

Two years of college credits in sociology, social welfare, psychology, gerontology, criminal justice or related social sciences

Bachelor's degree with 12 college credits in related social sciences

Equivalent combination including 12 credits and one year of paraprofessional case management

Job description

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is seeking a motivated County Caseworker 1 in Allegheny County to help clients access mental health services and move toward stability. You will work in a supportive public-service environment that values teamwork and community impact.

The role focuses on assisting clients with service access, participating in trainings, and ensuring compliance with relevant laws and policies. Telework may be available after probation, with some in-office requirements based on shift