Casework Associate I / Human Services Coordinator

State of North Carolina

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

This Casework Associate I position is located in the Albemarle EIPD Unit Office in Stanly County. The primary purpose of this position is, under the supervision of the Unit Manager or designee, to assist individuals with disabilities in achieving their career and independent living goals by providing counseling, developing individualized plans, and coordinating services to help consumers overcome barriers to their disabilities and/or obtain and maintain gainful employment.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a discipline relative to the program served from an appropriately accredited institution; or Bachelor's degree from an appropriately accredited institution and one year of experience in an area related to program that provides experience in techniques of casework or counseling; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of or experience with case management
• Knowledge of or experience working with people with disabilities
• Knowledge of or experience working within a team setting

Responsibilities

• Evaluating professional diagnostic data to determine eligibility and required rehabilitation services
• Developing and implementing a written plan of services in conjunction with the consumer, parent and/or guardian
• Providing rehabilitation services within the context of a guidance and counseling relationship and provide supportive counseling
• Monitoring the consumer’s progress throughout the service delivery process
• Interviewing consumers for the purpose of assessing need
• Working directly with community partners in order to assist individuals with disabilities in becoming suitably employed
• Documenting service delivery and case progress in the case management system as required by agency policy

Benefits

• Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis).
• Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, and community service leave.
• In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level