County Caseworker 2 (Local Government) - Bedford County MH/ID (Multiple Vacancies)

About the role

This opportunity is for County Caseworkers to build rapport and a professional relationship with consumers of all ages in services and their families. Serve as an advocate for the consumer, monitor the delivery of services, link individuals to services, develop social supports, and encourage self-determination.

Responsibilities

• : Responsible for monitoring, linking, and evaluating services. Link to other services and make referrals as needed
• Direct Contact>: Provide regular direct individual contact and provide face-to-face case management services while meeting productivity standards as set for the program
• Plan Development>: Schedule and facilitate meetings to develop an individualized service plan with involvement of the individual and/or family
• Information Management>: Enter necessary information and maintain information in computerized database, state computer systems, and in charts in accordance with state, federal and licensing regulations and Agency policy. Obtain & update information within required time frames
• Crisis Support>: Offer crisis intervention services and coordinate assistance as needed
• Collaboration>: Work with Agency staff, providers, and community resources to support individuals
• Transportation Support>: Link individuals to transportation services or transport individuals to appointments as needed

Requirements

• Minimum Experience and Training Requirements: 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 which 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.
• Other Requirements: PA residency requirement is currently waived for this title. You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Qualifications

• 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, Child Abuse history clearance, and FBI clearance. This position falls under the provisions of the Older Adults Protective Services Act. Under the Act, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports, including but not limited to, PA State Police and FBI clearance.

Skills

N/A

Benefits

• Excellent benefits package including healthcare coverage, pension plan, student loan reimbursement program, flexible spending account, and paid holidays.
• Work/life balance with a hybrid of remote and on-site work schedules for some positions.
• A family-friendly agency with paid time off, paid sick time, employee assistance program, and family medical leave.

Pay

N/A

Schedule

Full-time employment. Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch. On occasion, staff may need to work hours outside of the set work week to complete projects, meet work demands or in the event of an emergency. Hours may vary to meet the needs of the consumers.

How to Apply

Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date . Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted. Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.