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 humanresources@centrecountypa.gov Centre County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer