Co-Responder County Caseworker 3 (LG) - Columbia-Montour-Snyder-Union Co MH/ID (Multiple Vacancies) Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/pabureau/jobs/newprint/4749936) Apply  Co-Responder County Caseworker 3 (LG) - Columbia-Montour-Snyder-Union Co MH/ID (Multiple Vacancies) Salary $44,986.00 Annually Location Montour County, PA Job Type Civil Service Permanent Full-Time Job Number CS-2024-13812-L0625 Department Local Government Division HS Colmba-Mntour-Snydr-Un Co M Opening Date 01/30/2025 Closing Date 2/12/2025 11:59 PM Eastern Job Code L0625 Position Number Multiple positions may be filled from this posting. Union Non-Union Bargaining Unit LG Pay Group LG Bureau / Division Code 88213447 Bureau / Division Columbia, Montour, Snyder and Union County MH/ID Unit Worksite Address 507 East Market Street City Danville, Pennsylvania Zip Code 17821 Contact Name Joshua Wueschinski Contact Phone 570.275.5422 Contact Email jwueschinski@cmsu.org + Description + Benefits + Questions THE POSITION NOTE: THIS IS A REPOSTING OF CS-2024-13812-L0625. IF YOU APPLIED UNDER THE PREVIOUS POSTING WHICH WAS OPEN FROM DECEMBER 6, 2024 TO DECEMBER 19, 2024, YOU CANNOT SUBMIT A NEW APPLICATION. We are looking for motivated and dependable Caseworkers to provide Mental Health Co-Responder services while embedded in a local police department. If you like the idea of helping the community and providing social service response to individuals in need, then CMSU needs you on our team! DESCRIPTION OF WORK As a County Case Worker 3, Co-Responder you will receive direct supervision from the County Base Service Unit (BSU) Director and report to both the BSU Director and the Chief of the local police department or their designee. A Co-Responder in this position is expected to have the ability to function independently and decisively as well as maintain confidentiality in high pressure situations. An individual in this position will respond with police officers where a social services response is more appropriate than a law enforcement response. In order to be successful in this position, you will be expected to have: + A knowledge of both normal and abnormal human behavior + Development, diagnostic, and assessment skills + The ability to effectively interact with individuals receiving or in need of services, their families, and other professionals in the community + A knowledge of the criminal justice system + Oral and written communication skills including clinical terminology + The ability to exercise good judgment in the performance of all duties. On day one of employment, CMSU’s employees begin earning paid vacation and sick time. In addition to vacation and sick time, CMSU provides four (4) personal days per year and 15 paid holidays. CMSU also provides health, dental, and vision insurance to its staff. Tuition reimbursement for graduate and undergraduate courses both in-person or on-line is also available. CMSU staff also qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF). Work Schedule and Additional Information: + Full-time employment + Work hours may vary with a 40 hour work week. + Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable. + 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 experience as a County Caseworker 2;or + A bachelor's degree in sociology, social welfare, psychology, gerontology, criminal justice, or other related social sciences and three years of professional social casework experience in a public or private social services 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. Other Requirements: + PA residency requirement (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) is currentlywaivedfor this title. + 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 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). + 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. 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 at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov . 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 Have you been employed by a Pennsylvania local government agency in a civil service covered position as a County Caseworker 2 for two or more years full-time? + Yes + No 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 experience must also 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 How many years of full-time professional social casework experience do you possess in a public or private social services agency? + 3 years or more + 2 years to less than 3 years + 1 year to less than 2 years + Less than 1 year + None 04 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 experience must also 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. 05 Have you completed 12 or more college 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 06 How much graduate coursework have you completed in social work or 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. + A conferred Master's Degree or higher + 60 credits or more + 30 but less than 60 credits + 15 but less than 30 credits + Less than 15 credits + None 07 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 08 WORK BEHAVIOR 1 – REVIEW, ANALYZE, AND SUMMARIZE CASE RECORDSReviews and analyzes case records, documents, and other information to summarize the findings into case summary reports that place an emphasis on the background of the patient as well as the background of the record.Levels of PerformanceSelect the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim. + A. I have experience reviewing, analyzing, and summarizing case records, documents, and information related to behavioral health or developmental programs/services (i.e., mental health, developmental disabilities, early intervention). + B. I have experience reviewing, analyzing, and summarizing case records, documents, and information in program areas OTHER THAN behavioral health or developmental programs/services. + C. I have experience reviewing case records and documents for completeness which were related to behavioral health or developmental programs/services or other programs/services. + D. I have NO experience related to this work behavior. 09 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 of the employer(s) where you gained this experience. + Your experience with reviewing, analyzing, and/or summarizing case records, documents, etc. + Your specific duties and level of responsibility. 10 WORK BEHAVIOR 2 – WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONPrepares narrative and statistical reports, letters, and other documents.Levels of PerformanceSelect the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim. + A. I have experience preparing narrative or statistical reports, letters, and other documents. I was responsible for the final documents. + B. I have experience preparing portions of narrative or statistical reports; however, I was not responsible for the final version of the report. I have experience preparing letters and other documents and I was responsible for the final version of these documents. + C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to report writing, technical writing, business writing, or English composition. + D. I have NO experience or education related to this work behavior. 11 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 of the employer(s) where you gained this experience. + Your experience writing narrative and/or statistical reports, or other written documents. + Your specific duties and level of responsibility. 12 If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the three 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 13 WORK BEHAVIOR 3 – COORDINATION OF SERVICES/CONSULTATIONWorks in close cooperation and coordination with staff in other social service agencies, hospitals, clinics, and other service providers for the purpose of the development of a team plan that will benefit the consumer (i.e., housing, medical benefits, transportation, vocational rehabilitation, employment, and/or socialization); provides service coordination and follow-up through the task list developed.Levels of PerformanceSelect the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim. + A. I have experience independently contacting and collaborating with staff at social service agencies, hospitals, clinics, or other service providers to obtain information about services offered, new resources that may be available, or services needed by consumers AND I provided follow-up such as contacting the consumer or providers to monitor the progress of the developed plan. + B. I have experience contacting staff at social service agencies, hospitals, clinics, courts, or other service providers to obtain information about services offered, new resources that may be available, or services needed by consumers AND I provided this information to someone else. + C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to care coordination and transition management or social work with communities/organizations. + D. I have NO experience or education related to this work behavior. 14 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 of the employer(s) where you gained this experience. + The type(s) of services (housing, medical benefits, transportation, vocational rehabilitation, employment, socialization, etc.) for which you obtained/provided information. + Your experience with coordination of services and/or consultation. + Your specific duties and level of responsibility. 15 If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the three 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 16 WORK BEHAVIOR 4 – FACILITATE MEETINGS TO DEVELOP SERVICE PLANSFacilitates, presents, and conducts Community Support Team meetings for the purpose of developing service plans for consumers which detail and prioritize specific actions to achieve goals within reasonable timeframes.Levels of PerformanceSelect the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim. + A. I have experience facilitating meetings for the purpose of developing service plans related to behavioral health. My duties consisted of completing all pre-meeting activities, ensuring the agenda was followed during the meeting, and keeping participants focused on the outcome of developing a service plan for the consumer. + B. I have experience facilitating meetings. My duties consisted of preparing the agenda, leading the meeting by guiding the discussion, ensuring the agenda was followed during the meeting, and keeping participants focused on the intended outcome of the meeting. + C. I have experience participating in meetings for the purpose of developing service plans for consumers. + D. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to public speaking or oral communications. + E. I have NO experience or education related to this work behavior. 17 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 of the employer(s) where you gained this experience. + Your experience with facilitating, presenting, and/or conducting meetings and the purpose for the meetings. + Your specific duties and level of responsibility. 18 If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the three 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 19 WORK BEHAVIOR 5 – MAINTAIN DOCUMENTATIONEnters information into an electronic tracking system/database and maintains accurate and detailed records to account for placements, admissions, discharges, and statistics.Levels of PerformanceSelect the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim. + A. I have experience entering information into a computer and maintaining tracking systems/databases to account for placements, admissions, discharges, and statistics. + B. I have experience entering information into a computer and maintaining a tracking system/database to account for areas/information OTHER THAN placements, admissions, discharges, and statistics (i.e., activity logs, caseload, applications, contract compliance review dates, or status of action plans, etc.). + C. I have sucessfully completed college-level coursework related to data input, records retention, or data management. + D. I have NO experience or education related to this work behavior. 20 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 of the employer(s) where you gained this experience. + Your experience with maintaining records/documents. + Your specific duties and level of responsibility. 21 If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the three 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