CASEWORKER

Introduction & Job Duties

This opportunity is for County Caseworkers to provide casemanagement 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 casemanagement 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 Bedford County. Perform other related duties as assigned.

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 www.dbhs.co

Apply today to join us in serving the community!

Job Requirements:
A bachelor's degree which includes or is supplemented by successful completion of 12 college credits in sociology, social welfare, psychology, gerontology, criminal justice, or other related social sciences;

Or combination of experience and training which includes 12 college credits in sociology, social welfare, psychology, gerontology, criminal justice, or other related social sciences and one year of experience performing paraprofessional case management functions.

Work Location:
Somerset DBHS Office, 245 West Race Street, Somerset, PA 15501
Bedford DBHS Office, 1243 Shed Road, Bedford, PA 15522

Salary & Benefits Package:
$33,515 - $35,981
Full-time positions include excellent benefits! Healthcare coverage, pension plan, student loan reimbursement program, flexible spending account, and paid holidays. We encourage work/life balance with a hybrid of remote & on-site work schedules for some positions. Family friendly agency with paid time off, paid sick time, employee assistance program, and family medical leave.

We don’t just accept difference - we celebrate it, support it, and thrive on it for the benefit of our employees and our community. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

Salary/Compensation: $33,515 - $35,981 per year

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