Job Ttitle: County Caseworker 1 (Local Government) – Bedford County MH/ID (Multiple Vacancies)
Company: Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Description: THE POSITIONNOTE: THIS IS A REPOSTING OF (JOB POSTING NUMBER). IF YOU APPLIED UNDER THE PREVIOUS POSTING WHICH WAS OPEN FROM SEPTEMBER 10, 2024 TO SEPTEMBER 23, 2024 , YOU CANNOT SUBMIT A NEW APPLICATION.Thank you for viewing our job posting! At Bedford-Somerset DBHS, our vision is for every person we serve to have a network of family, friends, advocates, and supportive services to live a full and productive life in our community. Learn more about us at .
This opportunity is for County Caseworkers to build rapport and a professional relationship with consumers of all ages in services and their families. A caseworker will serve as an advocate for the consumer, monitor the delivery of services, link individuals to services, develop social supports, and encourage self-determination.Full-time positions include excellent benefits! We offer healthcare coverage, pension plan, student loan reimbursement program, flexible spending account, and paid holidays. We encourage work/life balance with a hybrid of remote and on-site work schedules for some positions. Bedford-Somerset DBHS is a family-friendly agency with paid time off, paid sick time, employee assistance program, and family medical leave.Apply today to join us in serving the community!DESCRIPTION OF WORKThis professional position is responsible for providing case management to individuals meeting criteria for developmental delays, mental health, and/or with intellectual disabilities.Responsible for monitoring, linking, and evaluating services. Link to other services and make referrals as needed. Provide regular direct individual contact and provide face-to-face case management services. Meet productivity standards as set for the program. Schedule and facilitate meetings to develop an individualized service plan with involvement of the individual and/or family. 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 and update information within required timeframes. Provide crisis intervention services as needed. Work in cooperation with and consult with Agency staff, supervisors, other providers, and community resources as needed. Link individuals to transportation services or transport individuals to appointments as needed.Attend meetings, staffings, and trainings as needed. At times, may provide coverage in Somerset County. Perform other related duties as assigned.Work Schedule and Additional Information:
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITYQUALIFICATIONS
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is currently waived for this title. * You must be able to perform essential job functions.Legal Requirements:
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If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.EXAMINATION INFORMATION
Benefit packages are determined by the county and may vary. Please contact the applicable county human resource office directly to inquire about a specific benefit package.
Salary: $32858 per year
Location: Bedford County, PA
Date: Fri, 08 Nov 2024 05:36:51 GMT
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