County Caseworker 2 (LG) - Columbia-Montour-Snyder-Union County MH/ID

*Job order closes 4/5/26 11:59 pm Eastern *

Reference #: 5278018

Salary

$41,779.00 Annually

Location

Montour County, PA

Job Type

Civil Service Permanent Full-Time

Job Number

CS-2026-45816-L0624

Department

Local Government

Division

HS Colmba-Mntour-Snydr-Un Co M

Opening Date

03/23/2026

Closing Date

4/5/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

L0624

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

5 Terrace Lane

City

Danville, Pennsylvania

Zip Code

17821

Contact Name

Joshua Wueschinski

Contact Phone

570.275.5422

Contact Email

[email protected]

THE POSITION

The Columbia-Montour-Snyder-Union County MH/ID Unit is searching for motivated and dependable caseworkers to provide intensive case management services to consumers and their families, both in home and community settings. If the idea of helping families work through potential problems and maximize their potential for independence sounds interesting and fulfilling to you, then CMSU wants to speak with you.

Apply today to join our dedicated team of professionals!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

The County Caseworker 2 in this position will provide case management services to consumers and their families in their home or community who have developmental disabilities or who experience severe and persistent mental illness.

Collaborates with consumers and other involved agencies to locate and access all community resources and supportive services. 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 are 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch. 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:

Six months of experience as a County Caseworker 1; or

Successful completion of the County Social Casework Intern program; or A bachelor's degree with a social welfare major; or A bachelor's degree which includes or is supplemented by 12 college credits in sociology, social welfare, psychology, gerontology, criminal justice, or other related social sciences and one year of professional social casework experience in a public or private social service 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. 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: PA residency requirement is currently waived for this title. You must be able to perform essential job functions. 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 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. All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant's own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information. 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 and click on Veterans.

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.

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/test once for this posting. Your results will be provided via email.

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.