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Centre County Government Caseworker 1 - CYS in Bellefonte, Pennsylvania
· Conducts intake or preliminary interviews to determine needs of clients/families.
· Provides support to assigned group of individuals.
· Conducts counseling sessions as needed.
· Investigates allegations, provides advocacy, and assesses degree of risk to client.
· Develops and implements case plans for client based on needs.
· Provides for necessary arrangements according to clients needs; contacts other community services/agencies as necessary.
· Arranges transportation for clients appointments.
· Testifies in court if necessary regarding clients needs.
· Maintains accurate documentation and records on clients and their progress.
· Prepares required reports as mandated by federal, state, or County policies and procedures.
· Makes home visits to clients as necessary.
· Performs emergency on call duty.
· Attends staffings, training, and other meetings as required.
· Completes necessary filing and maintenance of records.
· Utilizes computer and other office equipment as needed.
· Maintains statistics on client base and completes required paperwork/reports.
· Assists in developing orientation and training for new caseworkers.
· Performs other job related work as required.