County Caseworker ; Local Government - Bedford County MH

Overview

BEDFORD‑SOMERSET DBHS is seeking a full‑time County Caseworker to support consumers with developmental delays, mental health needs, and/or intellectual disabilities. The role builds rapport, advocates for the consumer, monitors service delivery, links individuals to supports, and encourages self‑determination.

• Provide case management to individuals meeting eligibility for developmental delays, mental health, and/or intellectual disabilities.
• Monitor, link, and evaluate services; make referrals as needed.
• Maintain regular direct contact and conduct face‑to‑face case management sessions.
• Develop individualized service plans in collaboration with the consumer and/or family.
• Enter and maintain information in the computerized database, state systems, and charts in accordance with regulations and agency policy.
• Offer crisis intervention services when required.
• Coordinate with agency staff, supervisors, external providers, and community resources.
• Arrange transportation or accompany individuals to appointments as needed.
• Attend staff meetings, trainings, and other activities; may provide coverage in Somerset County.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

• Full‑time, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday‑Friday with a 30‑minute lunch break.
• Work hours may be extended outside the standard week to meet project or emergency demands.
• Position reports to the BEDFORD office; occasional coverage in Somerset County.
• Telework: new staff begin on a 6‑month probationary period; hybrid on‑site and remote work possible after 3 months.
• Further communications will be delivered via email; check spam/junk folders.

• Six months as a County Caseworker I, or a completed County Social Casework Intern program, or
• A bachelor’s degree with a social welfare major, or
• A bachelor’s degree plus at least 12 college credits in sociology, social welfare, psychology, gerontology, criminal justice, or related social sciences and one year of professional casework experience in a public or private agency, or
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training including 12 college credits in the above subjects.
• Applicants are considered eligible within two months of graduating with the required degree or credits.

• Pass a background investigation.
• PA residency waiver is currently in effect for this title.
• Must be able to perform essential job functions.

• Position is covered by the Child Protective Services Law and the Older Adults Protective Services Act.
• Conditional offers of employment require satisfactory criminal history reports (PA State Police, Child Abuse clearance, FBI clearance).

• Resumes and cover letters are not reviewed; provide details of experience and education on the application.
• If claiming education on the application, attach a copy of college transcripts (unofficial acceptable).
• Submit application by the closing date; late applications are not accepted.
• Compliance with application requirements is mandatory; failure to comply may result in disqualification.
• All application materials must reflect the applicant’s own experience; generative AI may be used only for preparation purposes.

• Pennsylvania law provides employment preference for qualified veterans. For details, refer to the Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry website.

• Disability accommodations for interview purposes should be requested in advance of the 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 qualified individuals to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

• The application and supplemental questions serve as the exam; no additional written exam is required.
• Your score is based on the detailed information you provide and is valid only for this posting.
• Incomplete or inaccurate information may lower your score or disqualify you.
• Only one application/test is allowed per posting.
• Results will be communicated via email.