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County Casework Supervisor (Local Government) - Bedford County MH/ID

Salary

$42,047.00 Annually

Location

Bedford County, PA

Job Type

Civil Service Permanent Full-Time

Job Number

CS-2025-25583-L0626

Department

Local Government

Division

HS Bedford-Somerset Co Mh/Id U

Opening Date

05/16/2025

Closing Date

5/29/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

L0626

Position Number

80003456

Union

Non-Union

Bargaining Unit

LG

Pay Group

LG

Bureau / Division Code

88213456

Bureau / Division

Bedford-Somerset Developmental and Behavioral Health Services

Worksite Address

119 Railroad Street

City

Bedford, Pennsylvania

Zip Code

15522

Contact Name

Jen Georg

Contact Phone

814.443.4891

Contact Email

[email protected]

+ Description

+ Benefits

+ Questions

THE POSITION

Thank you for viewing our job posting! At Bedford-Somerset DBHS, our vision is for every person and family that we serve to have a network of family, friends, advocates, and supportive services to live a full and productive life in our community. Learn more about us atwww.dbhs.co.

This opportunity is for a Program Supervisor to manage a Psychiatric Rehabilitation Program. This is a recovery program for individuals 18 and older who are living with a mental illness. Psych Rehab assists individuals to pursue personally-valued roles in their living, learning, working, or social environments. The program encourages recovery, resiliency, and empowerment so that individuals may function successfully and live as independently as possible.

Excellent benefits, pension plan, alternative work schedule options, paid time off, and more! Apply today!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position serves as the Program Supervisor for the Psychiatric Rehabilitation Program. Services are provided to adult consumers in such a manner as to encourage self-reliance and independence. The program provides psychiatric rehabilitation services to qualified individuals in their home, in the community, and in a facility-based program. In this position, you will:

+ Provide direct management and oversight of the Psych Rehabilitation program and direct supervision of staff and services. Develop and implement Psychiatric Rehabilitation programming for the participants.

+ Attend relevant trainings and works with state personnel to keep updated on best practices in Psychiatric Rehabilitation. Provide direction to staff and participants in topics of recovery and rehabilitation. Work with the Co. Casework Manager 2 in the program planning and development for Psych. Rehab.

+ Hire, train and evaluate staff to carry out program duties and responsibilities. Responsible for reviewing with each staff person all relevant performance standards in relation to the job tasks. Coach and mentor staff as appropriate to improve performance, discipline staff when needed by following Agency processes/policy. Evaluate and complete probationary and annual performance evaluations. Review performance standards and conduct progress reviews for staff. Review staff paperwork including monthly timesheets, expense reports, requests, etc. Complete timesheets, expense reports, work orders, and purchase request orders for Psych Rehab.

+ Provide programmatic and case specific direction within the psych rehab principles and practices. Develops and maintains relationships with community organizations and resources.

+ Incorporate the Psych Rehab principles in all program practices. Develop and maintain best practices for Psych Rehab record keeping.

+ Develop and maintain program policies and procedures, program planning and service implementation.

+ Supervise the provision of case management services provided to participants in the program.

+ Monitor records, prepare reports and correspondence. Assure all required documentation and reports are completed.

+ Work as a specialist for the Psych Rehab program to provide recovery-oriented services to individuals.

+ Assist participants to develop, enhance, and retain skills in the areas of living, learning, working and socialization so that participants can live in an environment of choice and participate in the community.

+ Engage participants in the day-to-day operation of the program to promote skill development. Assess and set goals with participants.

+ Document positive outcome and submit progress reports as required.

+ Serve as direct support for member activities. Provide transportation for members to attend program activities as needed. Help to arrange and coordinate transportation from other sources when available.

+ Coordinate with universities and colleges in developing field placement and training programs for social work and psychology students doing placements in the community.

+ Attend meetings, staffing, and trainings. Develop rapport and fosters positive working relationships with volunteers, home providers, family members, and other staff. Participate in presentations to community organizations.

+ Serve as a member of the Mental Health Management Team. Perform other related duties as required.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

+ Full-time employment

+ Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch. On occasion, management staff may need to work hours outside of the set work week to complete projects, meet work demands or in the event of an emergency.

+ 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:

+ Two years of professional experience in public or private social work and a bachelor's degree with major course work in sociology, social welfare, psychology, gerontology, criminal justice, or other related social sciences;or

+ Any equivalent combination of experience and education which includes 12 college credits in sociology, social welfare, psychology, gerontology, criminal justice, or other related social sciences.

Other Requirements:

+ You must meet the PA residency requirement (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) . For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) and click on Residency.

+ You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

+ You must pass a background investigation.

+ This position falls under the provisions of the Older Adult Protective Services Act.

+ Under the Act, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports, including but not limited to, PA State Police and FBI clearance.

+ 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 willnotbe 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).

+ This posting requires submission of a copy of your college transcript(s). Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You may upload your document as an attachment during the application process. You must still complete the application and answer the supplemental questions. All documents MUST be uploaded prior to the submission of your application.

+ 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%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans’ Preference tab or contact us [email protected].

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.

EXAMINATION INFORMATION

+ 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/testoncefor this posting.

+ Your results will be provided via email.

Benefit packages are determined by the county and may vary. Please contact the applicable county human resource office directly to inquire about a specific benefit package.

01

How many years of full-time professional experience do you possess in the field of public or private social work?

+ 2 years or more

+ 1 but less than 2 years

+ Less than 1 year

+ None

02

If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.

03

Have you completed 12 college-level credits in the social sciences?

If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted.

If you answer "Yes" to this question based on education acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visitingwww.naces.organd clicking the Evaluation Services Link.

For additional information on foreign education credentials, please visithttps://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx#q3and click on Other Information. You must attach your documentation prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a document to the application after it has been submitted.

+ Yes

+ No

04

How much graduate coursework have you completed in the behavioral sciences?

If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted.

If your education was acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visitingwww.naces.organd clicking the Evaluation Services Link.

For additional information on foreign education credentials, please visithttps://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx#q3and click on Other Information. You must attach your documentation prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a document to the application after it has been submitted.

+ 30 credits or more

+ Less than 30 credits

+ None

05

You must complete the supplemental questions below. These supplemental questions are the exam and will be scored. They are designed to give you the opportunity to relate your experience and training background to the major activities (Work Behaviors) performed in this position. Failure to provide complete and accurate information may delay the processing of your application or result in a lower-than-deserved score or disqualification. Youmustcomplete the applicationandanswer the supplemental questions. Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe reviewed for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position or to determine your score.

All information you provide on your application and supplemental questions is subject to verification. Any misrepresentation, falsification or omission of material facts is subject to penalty. If requested, you must provide documentation, including names, addresses, and telephone numbers of individuals who can verify the validity of the information you provide in the application and supplemental questions.

Read each question carefully. Determine and select which "Level of Performance" most closely represents your highest level of experience/training. List the employer(s)/training source(s) from your Work or Education sections of the application where you gained this experience/training.The "Level of Performance" you choose must be clearly supported within the description of the experience and training information entered in your application or your score may be lowered.In order to receive credit for experience, you must have worked in a job for at least six months in which the experience claimed was a major function.

If you have read and understand these instructions, please click on the "Yes" button and proceed to the exam questions.

If you have general questions regarding the application and hiring process, please refer to ourFAQ page (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) .

+ Yes

06

WORK BEHAVIOR 1 – SUPERVISION

Perform a full range of supervisory duties, such as approving leave, reviewing employee performance, directing the work of subordinates, assigning training, conducting employment interviews, and addressing disciplinary issues.

Levels of Performance

Select the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim.

+ A. I have experience performing a full range of supervisory duties, such as approving leave, reviewing employee performance, directing the work of subordinates, assigning training, conducting employment interviews, and addressing disciplinary issues.

+ B. I have experience as a lead worker. I have provided on the job training to newly hired staff, reviewed their work, served as a team or group leader, etc., but I was NOT responsible for employee discipline or hiring decisions.

+ C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework or training related to supervisory development, labor relations, human resource management, etc., but I do not have six months of supervisory or lead work experience in a work setting.

+ D. I have NO experience or training related to this work behavior.

07

In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.

+ The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.

+ The actual duties you performed related to supervision or lead work.

+ Your level of responsibility.

08

If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework or training, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.

+ Training Source

+ Course Title

+ Credits/Clock Hours

09

WORK BEHAVIOR 2 – COORDINATION OF CARE

Oversees and monitors the coordination of services in collaboration with provider agencies. This includes attending meetings with caseworkers/providers/treatment teams, ensuring caseworkers are handling the cases properly, gathering the input of the consumers, providing follow-up when consumers are discharged, and mediating problems/issues.

Levels of Performance

Select the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim.

+ A. I have experience overseeing and monitoring coordination of care within the mental health, early intervention, or developmental programs systems in collaboration with provider agencies. I was responsible for providing follow-up.

+ B. I have experience overseeing and monitoring coordination of care within any social service program in collaboration with provider agencies. I was responsible for providing follow-up.

+ C. I have experience as part of a team providing coordination of care within any social service program in collaboration with provider agencies but was NOT responsible for overseeing the entire program.

+ D. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to fundamentals of service provision and cross system collaboration.

+ E. I have NO experience or education related to this work behavior.

10

In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.

+ The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.

+ The type(s) of programs for which you provided coordination of care.

+ The actual duties you performed.

+ Your level of responsibility.

11

If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.

+ College/University

+ Course Title

+ Credits/Clock Hours

12

WORK BEHAVIOR 3 – REVIEW, ANALYZE, AND OVERSEE INCOMING REFERRALS

Reviews, analyzes, and oversees incoming case referrals for appropriateness, completeness, and their connection to services. Assigns referrals to caseworkers. Ensures follow-up is provided by the assigned caseworker.

Levels of Performance

Select the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim.

+ A. I have experience reviewing, analyzing, and overseeing incoming referrals for appropriateness, completeness, and connection to services. I oversaw the case referrals of a unit or department and ensured follow-up was completed by staff.

+ B. I have experience reviewing and analyzing documents/information such as case records for accuracy or completeness. I was responsible for the accuracy of my own case records/documents/information.

+ C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to research methods or data analysis.

+ D. I have NO experience or education related to this work behavior.

13

In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.

+ The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.

+ The type(s) of documents or information you reviewed/analyzed.

+ The actual duties you performed.

+ Your level of responsibility.

14

If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.

+ College/University

+ Course Title

+ Credits/Clock Hours

15

WORK BEHAVIOR 4 – REPORT WRITING

Prepares narrative and statistical reports, case summaries, letters, and other documents.

Levels of Performance

Select the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim.

+ A. I have experience preparing social work case summaries.

+ B. I have experience preparing narrative or statistical reports or other documents that conveyed customized information to the intended recipients.

+ C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to business writing, technical writing, English composition, journalism, or communications.

+ D. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior.

16

In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.

+ The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.

+ The types of documents you prepared.

+ The type of information you provided.

17

If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.

+ College/University

+ Course Title

+ Credits/Clock Hours

Required Question

Employer

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

Address

613 North Street

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120

Website

http://www.employment.pa.gov