County Caseworker 1 (Local Government) - Wayne County MH/ID Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania $36,718.50 Annually 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. United States, Pennsylvania, Honesdale 648 West Park Street (Show on map) Jul 08, 2026 Salary $36,718.50 Annually Location Wayne County, PA Job Type Civil Service Permanent Full-Time Job Number

CS-2026-53613-L0623

Department Local Government Division HS Wayne Co Mh/Id Opening Date 07/08/2026 Closing Date 7/21/2026 11:59 PM Eastern Job Code L0623 Position Number 80003849 Union Non union Bargaining Unit LG Pay Group LG Bureau / Division Code 88213464 Bureau / Division Wayne County MH/ID Worksite Address 648 West Park Street City Honesdale, Pennsylvania Zip Code 18431 Contact Name Tina Temple Contact Phone 570.253.4262 Contact Email ttemple@waynecountypa.gov

THE POSITION

Build a rewarding career while making a difference! Wayne County Behavioral Health & Intellectual Disabilities in Honesdale, PA is hiring a Caseworker 1 - Blended Case Management. Join a compassionate, supportive team helping individuals and families access essential services. Paid training and excellent benefits included.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This role focuses on guiding individuals through important service systems and helping them receive the supports they need. As a County Caseworker 1, you will perform the following duties:

Plan Development:

Create individualized plans that outline supports and services

Service Coordination:

Connect individuals and families with appropriate providers

Record Management:

Maintain organized files, documentation, and timely records

Advocacy Support:

Assist individuals in obtaining approved services and resources

Field Activities:

Travel and complete in-person visits in a variety of community settings

Physical Movement:

Stand, walk distances, and climb stairs in buildings where no elevators are present

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

Full-time employment; 37.5 hours/week. Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 1-hour lunch. Employee may have overnight travel or out of County travel for meetings or training. Employee may have irregular hours, including evenings, weekends. Supports Coordinators are not on call, but may be called out in an emergency.

Telework:

You will not have the option to telework in this position. You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

Two years of experience as a County Social Services Aide 3 and two years of college level course work which includes 12 college credits in sociology, social welfare, psychology, gerontology, criminal justice, or other related social sciences; or 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 Any equivalent 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 as a County Social Services Aide 3 or in a similar position performing paraprofessional case management functions. Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within two months of graduating with a qualifying degree/credits.

Other Requirements:

PA residency requirement is currently waived for this title. You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

You must pass a background investigation. A conditional offer of employment will require a drug screening. This position falls under the provisions of the Child Protective Services Law. Under the Law, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports including, but not limited to, PA State Police clearance, PA Child Abuse history clearance, and FBI Fingerprint clearance. How to

Apply:

Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted. Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position. All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant's own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information.

Veterans:

Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. •7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans. Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS): 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals). 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

Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam). Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions. Your score is valid for this specific posting only. You must provide complete and accurate information or: your score may be lower than deserved. you may be disqualified. You may only apply/test once for this posting. Your results will be provided via email.