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

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • Northumberland County, PA

9d • Onsite

About The Position

The County Caseworker 2 position with the Northumberland County Behavioral Health & Intellectual/Developmental Services Program provides an opportunity to help individuals achieve greater independence. You will work closely with people who need guidance in accessing resources, building life skills, and staying connected to helpful programs. Your efforts will support long-term improvement and confidence. The agency welcomes dedicated individuals who enjoy supporting others through important challenges.

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.
• 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

• Prepare individualized service plans that outline goals and needed supports across several life areas
• Guide individuals through applications for available financial and medical benefits
• Review residential and day program services to ensure that planned supports are being delivered
• Maintain thorough records that support ongoing care, life planning, and advocacy
• Lead meetings that evaluate how individuals are advancing toward their stated goals
• Respond to emergency situations as assigned by supervisory staff

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level