County Caseworker 2 (Local Government) - Fayette County MH/ID (Multiple Vacancies)

THE POSITION

Take on a meaningful career as a County Caseworker 2 with the Department of Human Services. Fayette County Behavioral Health Administration offers an opportunity to help people build stronger, healthier lives. This role lets you guide individuals toward supports that promote safety, stability, and growth. Join a team that values hope, choice, and independence.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This role centers on helping individuals understand their support needs and connecting them with resources that match their goals. You will guide planning, monitor services, and support personal choice throughout the process. As a County Caseworker 2, you will perform the following duties:

• Service Planning: Develop Individualized Service Plans that identify needs and preferences
• Resource Location: Find service options that match individual goals using providers and community supports
• Plan Facilitation: Lead person-centered planning activities with individuals and their support networks
• Service Oversight: Ensure that supports outlined in the service plan are delivered appropriately
• Health Safety: Monitor health and safety conditions to maintain well-being
• Support Linking: Connect individuals to helpful services, resources, and benefits
  
  

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment.
• Work hours are 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• 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:

• Six months of experience as a County Caseworker 1; or
• Successful completion of the County Social Casework Intern program; or
• A bachelor's degree with a social welfare major; or
• A bachelor's degree which includes or is supplemented by 12 college credits in sociology, social welfare, psychology, gerontology, criminal justice, or other related social sciences and one year of professional social casework experience in a public or private social service agency; 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.
• 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.
• This particular position also requires you to possess a valid driver's license which is not under suspension.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.
  

Legal Requirements:

• 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.<