Social Worker 1 - SCI Cambridge Springs

Full Job Description

The State Correctional Institution at Cambridge Springs, under the Department of Corrections, is actively looking for a passionate, innovative, and highly organized individual to become a part of our team in the role of Social Worker 1.

This position offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact within the correctional system, where you will be responsible for providing essential support and guidance to individuals in a challenging environment.

The ideal candidate will possess strong interpersonal skills, a commitment to fostering positive change, and the ability to develop tailored programs that address the diverse needs of our population.

If you are eager to contribute to a collaborative team dedicated to rehabilitation and social reintegration, we encourage you to apply and help us create a supportive atmosphere for those in our care.

Requirements

In the capacity of a Social Worker within the Department of Corrections (DOC), your primary responsibility will involve fostering communication and collaboration with various DOC personnel and community stakeholders to effectively address the specific needs of inmates.

A significant and fulfilling aspect of this role is the opportunity to work directly with inmates, allowing you to witness their active participation in the transformative process of rehabilitation.

You will be tasked with assessing the types of services, programs, and treatments necessary for the inmates on your caseload, as well as facilitating both group and individual counseling sessions aimed at reentry and discharge planning.

Additionally, you will prepare comprehensive written reports detailing each inmate's progress and adjustment during their time in the institution, along with staff recommendations for the courts and parole authorities.

Managing complex cases, particularly those involving inmates who are also engaged with mental health services, will require you to make independent decisions that consider the interplay of various systems affecting the inmates' overall success.

If you possess the requisite experience and are interested in pursuing a fulfilling career that allows you to utilize your skills while enjoying competitive salary and benefits, the Pennsylvania Department of Corrections invites you to apply.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment, 37.5 hours per week
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• This position is eligible for full retirement benefits at age 50 or 55.
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.

Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $51,971.00 (before taxes).

Additional pay will be considered for those who currently possess or obtain licensure as a Social Worker, Clinical Social Worker, or Professional Counselor issued by the Pennsylvania State Board of Social Workers, Marriage and Family Therapist and Professional Counselors.

Documentation will need to be provided at interview to receive additional pay consideration.

• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• A bachelor's or master’s degree in social work or social welfare.
• Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within three months of graduating with a qualifying degree.

Special Requirements:

• 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:

• Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown, PA is required.
• 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 Requirements:

• You must pass a background investigation and meet Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance requirements.

How to Apply:

Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position.

Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).

If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.

Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.

Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

Veterans:

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on 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.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce.

The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania.

The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law.

All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

Additional Information

• Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
• Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
• 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.
• Your results will be provided via email.