21-371 Caseworker

The CARE Center, Inc.

                                                                                  JOB VACANCY NOTICE

POSITION: Caseworker 1 (Multiple Full-Time Positions Available)                                                PAY GRADE: 12

              Washington County Supportive Housing

                                                         WAGE:  $33,014 (plus an excellent benefits package!)

→Agency paid health & dental plans.                                                →Retirement savings plan with Agency match.

→Paid holidays.                                                                                       →Generous paid time off plans.

→Opportunity for growth and advancement.                                     →Tuition discounts with participating colleges/universities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Implements and monitors consumer rehabilitation plans and assists in the daily operation of program activities.
• Conducts Psychosocial Assessments and Re-assessments of consumers to develop and update      individualized Treatment Plans.
• Provides supportive counseling and intensive life skills training to individuals and client groups.
• Serves as advocate to identify and access entitlement resources, available social services, and      affordable housing.
• Maintains current client case record activity and progress, prepares, and submits all required program forms, reports, and documentation in an accurate and timely manner.
• Serves as a member of the Mental Health treatment team and maintains appropriate                  communication with external programs and community resources.
• Provides "on-call" availability for technical assistance to residential staff on assigned rotation.
• Adheres to all policies, laws, regulations and codes of ethics and confidentiality as outlined by federal and state laws, and agency policies and procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS:           

• Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Psychology or related human services field from an accredited college or university.
• Must not be excluded from participation in Medicare, Medicaid, or any other federal health care program.
• Must successfully obtain Criminal History Clearance from the PA State Police, Child Abuse Clearance from the PA Department of Human Services, and FBI Fingerprint Clearances.
• Demonstrated knowledge of financial entitlement programs and available social services.
• Ability to safely operate a variety of agency vehicles.
• Ability to assist physically limited clients weighing up to 160 pounds.
• Ability to inspect and recognize violations pertaining to program regulations.
• Ability to understand and follow supervisory directions.
• Ability to work independently following established policies and procedures, including emergency situations.
• Ability to communicate with effectiveness.

QUALIFIED INDIVIDUALS SHOULD VISIT OUR WEBSITE http://www.sphs.org/employment.html FOR CURRENT EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES OR STOP INTO THE HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICE AT 300 CHAMBER PLAZA, CHARLEROI, PA.    POSTING#21-371.

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