County Caseworker 1 (Local Government) - Supports Coordinator - Wayne County MH/ID

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania•Wayne County, PA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Located in Honesdale, PA (northeastern PA) we want you to build a rewarding career while making a difference! Wayne County Behavioral Health & Intellectual Disabilities in Honesdale, PA is hiring a Caseworker 1 – Supports Coordinator. Join a compassionate, supportive team helping individuals and families access essential services. Paid training and excellent benefits included.

Requirements

Two years of experience as a County Social Aide 3 and two years of college level course work 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.
You must be able to perform essential job functions.
You must pass a background investigation.
A conditional offer of employment will require a drug screening.
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 clearance, PA Child Abuse history clearance, and FBI Fingerprint clearance.

Nice To Haves

Employee may have overnight travel or out of County travel for meetings or training.

Responsibilities

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