Caseworker 2 (2nd shift) (Crisis)

Dauphin County·Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

$20 - $20/hrFull Time On Site 0-2 yrsPosted 8 days ago

Practice for this role

Caseworker 2 (2nd shift) (Crisis) · $20 - $20/hr

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

-33% vs. median posted rate for behavioral health roles in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania ($30.00/hr, n=34)

76 similar openings in the Harrisburg area · median $30.00/hr

$17.76/hr · lowesthighest · $200/hr

this role: $20.20/hrmedian $30.00/hr

Shaded band: the middle 50% of 34 posted behavioral health roles in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania rates. This role sits in the 25th percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about 33% below the Harrisburg, Pennsylvania median for behavioral health roles.

The Caseworker 2 provides immediate, on-site crisis intervention and counseling for individuals and their families within a 24-hour emergency program. They are responsible for applying problem-solving techniques, monitoring consumer behavior, and coordinating with local service network agencies.

This is a merit hire position.

The hourly rate for this position is $20.20 per hour.

This position is covered by a Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Dauphin County Department of Mental Health, Autism, and Developmental Programs is currently accepting applications for the full-time, second shift (3 PM- 11 PM) Caseworker 2 position.

Existing Crisis Intervention Program Caseworker employees can apply based on their current status.

Due to departmental needs, staff may be required to work different shifts than their assigned shift, including nights and weekends.

The Caseworker 2 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 2 employs casework skills to obtain essential information, provides counseling for consumers and members of their families, and helps them to utilize all available resources.

Work also involves the application of problem-solving techniques, providing counseling to maximize service delivery and to achieve service plan goals, monitoring consumer behavior, and interacting with agencies which make up the local service network.

Work is performed in accordance with established regulations, policies, and procedures.

The Caseworker 2 exercises initiative and judgement in discharging their duties.

Work is reviewed by a professional social service or administrative supervisor through regularly scheduled individual and group conferences and the review of case records and reports.

The second shift (3 PM-11 PM) offers a potential $.70 shift differential. 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.

Minimum education, experience, and training

• A bachelor’s degree in a human services major such as sociology, social welfare, psychology, gerontology, or other related social sciences, and one year of professional experience in a public or private social services agency.

Other requirements

At the time of hire, a valid driver’s license and positive driving record, a favorable criminal background check, child abuse and FBI clearances, as well as favorable references are required. The applicant must provide proof of a valid Pennsylvania driver’s license within 60 days from the date of hire. An alternative form of identification will be accepted if you are not eligible to receive a Pennsylvania driver’s license under 67 PA. Code § 83 and driving is not an essential function of the position.

Benefits

Shift differential
Retention bonus

Posting details

Employment type: Full Time
Work arrangement: On Site
Experience: 0-2 yrs
Salary: $20 - $20/hr
Location: Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
Posted: Sep 8, 2026
Closes: Sep 23, 2026
Application: Employer website

Behavioral health roles in Pennsylvania

Behavioral health employers in Pennsylvania often seek candidates with direct patient care experience, and roles can be more competitive when applicants also bring phlebotomy certification or experience in crisis, detox, or acute psychiatric settings. This posting requires a high school diploma or GED plus at least one year of patient care experience, and the listed requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original job description to save you research time. If you’re considering applying, review whether your experience matches the setting and be ready to highlight any behavioral-health or phlebotomy background.