CASEWORKER 2 - MH/ID

CASEWORKER 2 - MH/ID/EI

Salary Grade: 7 $21.51/hour

Shift Available: Full – Time (Non-Exempt)

Office Hours: 8:30 AM to 5 PM Monday through Friday (Actual work hours established by department to include unpaid lunch)

Budgeted Hours: 7.5 hours per day / 37.5 hours per week

Summary of Job Functions:

• Conducts intake interviews, receives information on new clients referred to agency.
• Documents intakes and creates files on new clients and updates progress of existing clients.
• Develops and assists in administering life management or care plans for caseload.
• Maintains contact with clients as required or more frequently.
• Arranges for necessary programs and treatments for clients, either within the department or through outside agencies; schedules appointments for clients as necessary.
• Enters client data in computer files for maintenance of records.
• Conducts phone contacts with clients, families, physicians, or other in regard to clients’ needs and services.
• Attends staff meetings and reports of clients progress.
• Assists clients with completion of necessary paperwork.
• Interacts with internal staff, outside agencies, and others to service clients’ needs.
• Monitors behavior of clients and assists in therapies as necessary.
• Acts as advocate for clients in school, court, or other needed areas.
• Searches computer database for client information as needed.
• Completes requests and referrals for evaluations and client progress as required.
• Attends meetings and trainings, as necessary.
• Performs other case management and support services as required.

Minimum Training and Experience:
Bachelor's degree in psychology, social work, education, or human service-related field which includes or is supplemented by 12 college credits in sociology, social welfare, psychology, gerontology, criminal justice, or other related social sciences. Basic/introductory computer training in Microsoft Office programs such as Word or Excel. OR any equivalent combination of experience and training required. 1-2 years' experience in field of case management or social work; OR one (1) year of experience as Caseworker 1. Must possess a valid Pennsylvania driver's license and a willingness to travel as needed. Must obtain all required clearances including: Childline, FBI, and State Police.

For more information contact HR at 814-355-6748 or [email protected]

Centre County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer