Dauphin County Department of Mental Health, Autism, and Developmental Programs is currently accepting applications for the full-time, first shift (7:00 AM- 3:00 PM) or (8:00 AM – 4:00 PM) Caseworker 1 position. Existing Crisis Intervention Program Caseworker employees can apply based on their current status.

The Caseworker 1 provides immediate response to a wide variety of life crisis situations for individuals in Dauphin County within a 24-hour emergency Crisis Intervention program. The Caseworker 1 delivers a range of crisis services over the phone, in the office, and in a variety of community settings including shelters, personal care homes, other locations frequented by homeless individuals, emergency rooms, police stations, private residences, public places, employment sites, nursing homes and schools. Consumers include all ages with special emphasis on young persons, the elderly, minorities/special populations, and persons with severe and persistent mental illness or developmental challenges. The work assigned is limited in scope and difficulty and is performed under close supervision. As knowledge and skills are acquired, more latitude in judgment and decision making is permitted. The Caseworker 1 works under supervision of a Casework Supervisor. This position is covered by a Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Individuals employed as a Caseworker 1 shall, after completion of six (6) months satisfactory performance, be promoted to the appropriate classification of Caseworker 2. This amount is subject to change.

In addition to the above stated hourly rate, this position may be subject to a retention bonus following one (1) full year of employment. Please refer to Dauphin County’s press release for additional details, which can be found at https://www.dauphincounty.org/news_detail_T14_R551.php

Applicants with a bachelor’s degree in the social sciences field and one year of professional experience in a public or private social services agency may be eligible for a Caseworker 2 position with a higher starting rate. Please refer to our open job opportunities on our website to apply.

A bachelor’s degree in a human services major such as sociology, social welfare, psychology, gerontology, or other related social sciences.

A resume along with a copy of either an official or unofficial college transcript must be attached to the application.

Transcripts must include: 1) Name of the Applicant, 2) School Name, 3) Full list of academic coursework, 4) Degree (if awarded).

An updated current employment application and resume is required. Applicants who do not provide these items by the closing of the posting will not be interviewed.

A valid driver’s license and positive driving record, a favorable criminal background check, child abuse and FBI clearances, as well as favorable reference checks are required.

Dauphin County communicates with applicants through emails and phone calls. Please be sure to check your spam folder for emails. Emails may be sent from the following accounts:

Maureen Bunn (Grants Coordinator) mbunn@dauphincounty.gov

Angelica Fiore (HR Analyst 2) afiore@dauphincounty.gov

Jason Norris (Clerk 2) jrnorris@dauphincounty.gov

Dauphin County is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to an inclusive workplace free of discrimination and harassment. Dauphin County prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

An excellent Dauphin County (County) paid benefit package is available to all full-time employees the month following 60 days of employment. The premium sharing for the following is below:

• Dental:
  Single - $4.00 per month
  Family - $8.00 per month
• Vision:
  Single - $1.00 per month
  Family - $2.00 per month

• The following benefits begin immediately:
• Vacation Leave
• Sick Leave
• Personal Leave
• Military Leave
• Bereavement Leave
• Nine Paid Holidays Per Year
• Pension Plan
• Deferred Compensation Plan