Residential Caseworker - PRN

Our vast array of services - educational, employment, vocational, residential, habilitative, and behavioral health - are delivered through a network of national and international affiliates.

This allows us to take a comprehensive, holistic approach to improving the lives of every person we serve - those who receive and those who reap the benefits of our innovative, responsive solutions.Job Description: In this role, the Residential Caseworker will help each consumer reach a maximum level of self-sufficiency through individualized interventions as well as the support of an overall therapeutic milieu.

Interventions are based on service plans developed collaboratively with individual consumers.Schedule: PRN shifts as needed, weekends & eveningsLocation: West Chester, PAProgram: Residential Mental Health ProgramPay Rate: Starting at $18.00 an hourJob Functions:


* Provide services as defined by the program description, and best practice standards and in full compliance with licensure standards and Recovery Model Principles


* Assist the program coordinator as well as assisting/education in areas of medications, budgeting, self-care, and supportive counseling to the program residents


* Monitor effectiveness of own service delivery based on outcome measures including Quality of Life Inventory, consumer satisfaction surveys, and treatment/service reviews.

As needed, make changes to own service delivery to improve outcomes


* Provide services as dictated by client and program needs


* Develop and implement service plans as per the program description


* Develop and maintain linkages with adjunct providers to coordinate consumer services


* Identify resources that are accessible and beneficial to clients and encourage their utilization


* Intervene appropriately in crisis situations


* Provide instruction and hands-on support to promote the development of skills identified in service plans


* Support consumers in maintaining healthy relationships and resolving conflicts


* Must be compassionate, flexible, and knowledgeable of Supportive counseling


* Must be willing to assist with skill building including "occasional hands-on"


* Maintain accurate records of billable services provided and submit records in a timely manner as dictated by the program


* Complete other responsibilities as assigned by the direct supervisor

Minimum Requirements:Education/Experience: Associate's Degree with 1 year experience in a human service-related field OR equivalent in training/experience.Licensure/Certifications: None RequiredRequired Clearances: Pennsylvania Child Abuse Clearance, Criminal Clearance, and Fingerprint-based federal criminal history; Valid Driver's License and Verification that the employee is not on any Medicaid/Medicare Exclusion list.Note: At the discretion of the Personnel Officer, additional related experience and/or education may be substituted instead of the requirements specified under Edu...