NEOGOV · 23 hours ago
Human Services Caseworker I - Behavioral Health
Fallon, NV
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$22.72/hr - $30.58/hr
2+ years expChurchill County is looking for someone who is passionate about making a difference in the local community. The Human Services Caseworker I will provide case management services, assist clients with program applications, and maintain caseloads to connect individuals with necessary resources.
GovTechHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologySoftware
No H1B
Responsibilities
Demonstrates regular, reliable and punctual attendance
Interviews clients to determine needs and eligibility for services/programs
Reviews and processes applications for prescription medications, indigent medical services, employment assistance, and other related programs/services
Reviews case notes and files and determines appropriate needs and determines courses of action
Provides outreach to the community or client base to which assigned; makes clients aware of services and community resources available to them
Assists clients in completing applications; provides factual information regarding various program regulations and procedures; may act as an advocate for the client with other organizations
Reviews and processes crime victim referrals for law enforcement as appropriate
Creates and maintains case files; maintains accurate documentation regarding all information received and actions taken
Maintains accurate logs and complies records of work performed
Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the department's service to its customers by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a work team
Enters client and case information into an automated database system
Represents the County with dignity, integrity, and a spirit of cooperation in all relationships with staff and the public
Qualification
Required
Two (2) years of college level coursework in social work or a closely related field; AND two (2) years of experience in performing social services casework; OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience
Knowledge of principles and practices of case management
Knowledge of program policies and procedures related to the provision of social services
Knowledge of codes and regulations related to the work
Knowledge of standard office practices and procedures, including filing and the operation of standard office equipment
Knowledge of business letter writing and the standard format for typed materials
Knowledge of record keeping principles and practices
Knowledge of business arithmetic
Knowledge of correct business English, including spelling, grammar and punctuation
Knowledge of techniques for dealing with a variety of individuals from various socioeconomic, ethnic and cultural backgrounds, in person and over the telephone, often where relations may be confrontational or strained
Knowledge of computer applications related to the work
Skill in performing specialized eligibility determinations
Skill in making appropriate referrals and performing basic case and investigative work
Skill in interviewing and investigating to make appropriate eligibility determinations
Skill in understanding, applying and explaining applicable codes and regulations
Skill in making accurate arithmetic calculations
Skill in maintaining accurate records and files related to work performed
Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work
Skill in speaking English effectively to communicate in person or over the telephone
Skill in dealing successfully with a variety of individuals from various socioeconomic, ethnic and cultural backgrounds, in person and over the telephone, often where relations may be confrontational or strained
Skill in organizing own work, setting priorities and meeting critical deadlines
Skill in using initiative and independent judgment within general policy guidelines
Nevada Driver's License
Benefits
The county pays 100% of the retirement contribution to PERS on your behalf 36.75.5% over and above your wage, equivalent to $17,300/year.
The county pays 100% of the employee-only health insurance premiums (equivalent to $12,800/year).
You will not have Social Security taken out of your paycheck, which results in an additional 6% take-home pay (equivalent to $2,800/year).
No Nevada state income tax
Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS) of Nevada - Churchill County contributes 36.75% of an eligible Regular Member's salary for retirement.
Deferred Compensation Plans
Cafeteria Health Coverage Plan
The county offers a 'Cafeteria' health plan to full-time employees, which allows employees to pick and choose the best health plan for them and their family.
In addition, the county also provides the following: a prescription plan, a dental plan, and a vision plan.
Employees who elect dependent coverage pay 100% of the dependent premiums - employees can elect to have those premiums deducted in pre-tax dollars.
Full-time, regular county employees scheduled to work 40 hours per week accrue 8 hours per month of annual (vacation) leave per year.
Full-time, regular county employees scheduled 10 hours of sick leave per month, with no maximum accrual.
Regular county employees enjoy 12 paid holidays per calendar year including New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Day, President's Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Nevada Day, Veteran's Day, Thanksgiving Day, Family Day (Friday after Thanksgiving), and Christmas Day.
In addition, County employees are entitled to one floating holiday per year, to be used at a time agreed to by the employee and his or her supervisor.
Churchill County values it's employees and empowers all employees to enhance their skills by taking job-related college courses as well as participating in job related workshops and seminars.
To that end, for regular employees the county has a generous Tuition Reimbursement policy for accredited courses, reimbursing up to $1,200 per year in educational expenses.
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$700MKey Investors
Warburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
2021-06-02Private Equity
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