County Caseworker 1 (Local Government) - Wayne County MH/ID

Salary $36,718.50 Annually Location Wayne County, PA Job Type Civil Service Permanent Full-Time Job Number CS-2026-60449-L0623 Department Local Government Division HS Wayne Co Mh/Id Opening Date 10/13/2026 Closing Date 10/26/2026 11:59 PM Eastern Job Code L0623 Position Number 80012704 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 Michelle Valinski Contact Phone 570.253.6758 Contact Email [email protected] THE POSITION Located in Honesdale, PA! Wayne County Human Services, Behavioral Health & Intellectual Disabilities is hiring a Caseworker 1 - Blended Case Manager.Join our Honesdale team and build a rewarding career in public service while making a difference in the lives of individuals and families. Paid training, competitive benefits, and opportunities for career advancement are provided. DESCRIPTION OF WORK This role supports children, adolescents, and families by coordinating services, assessing needs, and helping individuals build resilience within their communities. As a County Caseworker 1, you will perform the following duties: 1. Service Coordination: Arrange supports and connect consumers with helpful community resources 2. Needs Assessment: Gather intake information and determine service levels using required tools 3. Recovery Support: Encourage resiliency and guide individuals through behavioral health principles 4. Documentation Review: Evaluate treatment progress and maintain clear records with families and providers 5. Specialized Assistance: Apply training to support individuals with mental illness and developmental challenges 6. Team Leadership: Assist staff or interns when serving as a lead worker Work Schedule and Additional Information: 1. Full-time employment; 37.5 hours/week. 2. Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 1-hour lunch. 3. Often, irregular hours, including evenings and weekends, may be required. 4. Works on a rotating basis 24/7 once trained. 5. May have occasional overnight travel or out of county travel for meetings or training. 6. Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position. 7. 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: 1. 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 2. 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 3. 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. 4. Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within two months of graduating with a qualifying degree/credits. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements: 1. 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 welf re, psychology, gerontology, criminal justice, or other related social sciences; or 2. 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 3. 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. 4. 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: 1. PA residency requirement is currently waived for this title. 2. You must be able to perform essential job functions. Legal Requirements: 1. You must pass a background investigation. 2. A conditional offer of employment will require a drug screening. 3. This position falls under the provisions of the Child Protective Services Law. 4. 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: 1. br> 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 accep