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

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • Northumberland County, PA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The County Caseworker 2 position with the Northumberland County Behavioral Health & Intellectual/Developmental Services Program supports individuals with intellectual and developmental needs in achieving greater independence. The role involves gathering information, helping people access resources and benefits, building daily living skills, and supporting treatment and service planning. The caseworker prepares individualized service plans, monitors residential and day program services, maintains care documentation, coordinates progress meetings, and responds to emergency situations as assigned by supervisory staff.

This is a full-time, onsite position. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, with a 30-minute lunch. Telework is not available.

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 that 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 an equivalent combination of experience and training that includes 12 college credits in the specified or related social sciences.
• Ability to perform the essential job functions.
• Pass a background investigation. A conditional offer requires satisfactory criminal history clearances, including Pennsylvania State Police, Pennsylvania Child Abuse History, and FBI Fingerprint clearances.
• Provide relevant, detailed experience and education on the application. Applicants claiming education must attach college transcripts; unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
• Applicants must submit their application by the posting closing date.

Responsibilities

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

What This Job Offers

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