What are the responsibilities and job description for the County Caseworker 1 (Local Government) - Allegheny County MH/ID position at Commonwealth of Pennsylvania?
Are you interested in a career with a strong dedication to serving your community within Allegheny County? If you are, then this is the position for you!
Allegheny County Department of Human Services (DHS) is seeking a County Caseworker 1 who possesses excellent interpersonal skills and an enthusiasm for providing valuable services within the field.
Allegheny County also has a complete benefit package. Don't miss this exciting opportunity, apply today to join our amazing team!
The Caseworker 1, under the direct supervision of the Casework Supervisor attends and participates in training to implement the services as a county mental health delegate. Incumbent will assist clients (families/children/adolescents) who are in need of mental health services which will assist them in attaining a satisfactory social, economic, emotional, and/or physical adjustment and outcome. Incumbent will utilize basic knowledge relative to the Office of Behavioral Health and the PA Office of Mental Health and Substance Abuse (OMHSAS), for the purpose of providing services for consumers/clients within the applicable laws (state and local), methods, policies, procedures, rules, and regulations governing the operation of DHS – Office of Behavioral Health. Incumbent works with state and local authorities, providers, agencies, and community partners to assist in providing a satisfactory outcome for clients/consumers and families.
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
- Full-time employment, 40 hours/week
- Sunday through Saturday on a rotating 5 week schedule. Must be available for all shifts. 12:00 AM - 8:00 AM ; 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM ; 4:00 PM - 12:00 AM.
- Telework: You will have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time. Rotating shifts based off a 5 week schedule (25 working days). Out of the 25 days, 9 will be in office, 16 will be remote. The county pays for the installation of and ongoing internet service. The employee will not be responsible for internet service for remote work.
- You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
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.
- A conditional offer of employment will require submission of criminal history reports. See hiring agency contact information.
- You must pass a background investigation.
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.
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.employment.pa.gov/Additional Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans’ Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov.
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.
- 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.
Salary : $45,364
