County Social Casework Intern (2 vacancies)

Starting Compensation:

$15.69/Hourly

Find job security and stability alongside a growing community and a team that supports you. Level up your career through a large network and specialty training.

If you're passionate about making a difference, apply today to join us in serving the community!

Job Description:

JOB SUMMARY

• This is a  975-hour internship program designed to provide practical work experience which applies general social work principles so that knowledge acquired through course curriculum is transformed into working skills.

• Student interns will be exposed to all departments of BHDS including Early Intervention, Intellectual Disabilities, and Mental Health.

• There will also be the opportunity to gain macro-level social work experience within our Administration Department. 

• The Intern will experience the management of a caseload from the point of intake through transfer or termination and gain an understanding of the programmatic and fiscal aspects of case management and supports coordination. 

• Interns may be assigned to a caseload under the guidance of a current Case Manager or Supports Coordinator.

• Work assignments and work load will be determined by the department and the interests and skill level of the Intern.  

**There is an additional form that must be completed and attached to your application for internship.

        IMPORTANT - Application Supplement below is required to qualify!

Please follow the link below to access the County Social Casework Intern Application Supplement Form.  You must submit this completed, signed form with your online application by attaching it to your candidate profile with your resume.
 

http://www.co.lancaster.pa.us/DocumentCenter/View/7671

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Accept structured one-on-one mentoring and training in the practice of social work case management.

• Observing and shadowing current staff as they perform their essential job functions.

• Visiting BHDS contracted day and residential service providers to become familiar with funded programs

• Gain an understanding of the varied State Departments that provide regulations under which BHDS operates (e.g. DHS,OMHSAS,ODP, OCDEL)

• Learn BHDS principles such as self-determination, recovery, person-centered planning, parents as partners, CASSP, and CSP

• Understand the varied department specific eligibility criteria; conduct intake interviews and psycho-social assessments

• Observe the activities of Crisis Intervention and learn the MH Commitment Procedures in PA

• Observe functions of County Government such as Board of Commissioners Meetings and Salary Board Meetings

• Gain an understanding of advocacy by visiting MHA and the ARC of Lebanon/Lancaster County

• Learn how to conduct and manage all aspects of casework: how to refer for services, proper case note documentation, developing and completing  individual service and recovery plans accurately according to relevant department regulations, advocating on behalf of the consumer and family.

• Become familiar with the varied funding streams and how they impact service delivery.

• Be able to facilitate treatment team meetings

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Enrollment as a full time student in a bachelor’s degree program in sociology, social welfare, psychology, gerontology, human services or other related behavioral science and completion of 75 credits, including completion of 15 credits in one of the listed majors.

REQUIRED LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS/CLEARANCES

• Must pass pre-internship drug screening test.

• Must have acceptable background check that includes FBI Clearance, PA State Police criminal history and Childline clearances. Clearances are required prior to the start of employment and may not be more than one year old at time of employment.

• A valid driver’s license and acceptable driving history in accordance with County policy.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

• They must be able to travel to and from client locations.

The County of Lancaster offers comprehensive benefits to our employees.  Read more about our benefits here.

Lancaster County Government provides Equal Employment Opportunity for all persons regardless of race, religion, age, sex, national origin, genetic information or disability. The County also observes all applicable laws regarding Veterans status. The County reflects this action in all areas of employment and compensation practices and policies. Employment with the County is based upon the ability to perform the job as well as dependability and reliability once an individual is hired.