Social Worker 2 Sci Camp Hill - Cumberland County, PA, United States - Commonwealth of PA

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Cumberland County, PA, United States

5 days ago

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THE POSITION:


The State Correctional Institution at Camp Hill, under the Department of Corrections, is actively looking for an enthusiastic, innovative, and highly organized individual to become a valuable member of our team in the role of Social Worker 2.

Join us in making a positive impact on the lives of those within our correctional facility by utilizing your skills and passion for helping others.


DESCRIPTION OF WORK:


  • As a Social Worker employed by the Department of Corrections (DOC), the role involves establishing and maintaining connections with a variety of DOC and community personnel to coordinate the provision of tailored services to meet specific needs. A significant and fulfilling aspect of the job is working oneonone with inmates. This allows the Social Worker to witness firsthand the inmates' active involvement in the process of change. The Social Worker will be tasked with determining the appropriate services, programs, and treatments required by the inmates under their care. Additionally, they will be responsible for conducting group or individual counseling sessions as part of reentry and discharge initiatives. Another crucial aspect of the role is preparing detailed written reports on an inmate's progress and adjustment during their time in the institution. These reports will include recommendations from staff members for courts, parole boards, and other relevant authorities. Managing complex cases involving inmates who may have interactions with the mental health system and the correctional environment is also part of the job. The Social Worker will need to make independent decisions to provide guidance, support, and strategic planning for inmates based on a comprehensive understanding of various systems and their impact on the overall success of the individuals under their care.
  • If you have the required experience as indicated below and wish to explore a rewarding career that offers the opportunity to share your skills while earning a great salary and benefits, the PA Department of Corrections wants to hear from you
  • Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:


  • Fulltime employment, 37.5hour work week
  • Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday
  • Friday, with 30minute lunch.
  • This position is eligible for full retirement benefits at age 50 or 5
    Salary:_ _**In some cases, the starting salary may be nonnegotiable.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY:


QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirement:


  • Two years of experience as a Social Worker 1 or Forensic Social Worker 1 (commonwealth titles) (must have been employed in a commonwealth social worker job title on September 8, 2008, with continuous commonwealth employment);
    or:
  • Two years of experience as a Social Worker 1 or a Forensic Social Worker 1 and a bachelor's degree in social work or social welfare;
    or:
  • Two years of professional experience providing direct public or private social work services, and a bachelor's degree in social work or social welfare;
    or:
  • A master's degree in social work or social welfare.
  • Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within 3 months of graduating with a qualifying degree.

Special Requirement:


  • All employees in the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs require an active license as a Social Worker or Clinical Social Worker issued by the Pennsylvania State Board of Social Workers, Marriage and Family Therapists and Professional Counselors.
  • All employees in the Department of Corrections must obtain Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) certification within two months of hire and maintain it for the duration of employment in the job.

Other Requirements:


  • You must meet the
    PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency.
  • You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirement:


  • You must pass a background investigation.

How to Apply:


Veterans:


Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

  • 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).


If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.


EXAMINATION INFORMATION:


  • Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
  • You must provide complete and accurate information or:
  • your score may be lower than deserved.
- you may be disqualified.

  • You may only apply/test **once
    for this posting.
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