County Caseworker 2 (Supports Coordinator) - Wayne County MH/ID
About The Position
Join the Wayne County MH/ID team as a County Caseworker 2 - Supports Coordinator and make a real impact every day. This role offers the chance to guide individuals as they build natural supports and reach their goals. You will be part of a caring agency that values growth, teamwork, and community connection. This is your opportunity to build a meaningful career helping others thrive. Wayne County offers a comprehensive benefits package, generous paid leave, and a family-friendly work environment. This is a meaningful opportunity to serve individuals and families in the community. This position supports individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and Autism as they build strong support systems and access needed services. The role includes planning, coordinating, and encouraging growth at every stage of life.
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.
- Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within two months of graduating with a qualifying degree/credits.
- PA residency requirement is currently waived for this title.
- You must be able to perform essential job functions.
- A conditional offer of employment will require a drug screening.
- 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 clearance, PA Child Abuse history clearance, and FBI Fingerprint clearance.
Responsibilities
- Create Individual Support Plans and update them as needs change
- Connect individuals with needed services and natural supports
- Encourage individuals to explore work and community involvement when appropriate
- Participate in initial and ongoing training through supervision and peer shadowing
- Travel to meet individuals and teams in person while balancing office and data entry work
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Generous paid leave
- Family-friendly work environment
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
