Forensic Social Worker 1 - Torrance State Hospital

Are you looking for a challenging and rewarding career in the field of forensic social work? The Department of Human Services, Torrance State Hospital may be the perfect fit for you! We are currently seeking highly motivated and energetic Forensic Social Worker 1s to join our dynamic Social Work Department. We are dedicated to attracting and retaining talented professionals who are ready to make a positive impact. With a focus on career growth and development, the Department of Human Services is the perfect place to launch or build upon your career - apply today!

You will work with consumers involved in the legal system who need assessment and treatment, competency evaluations, aid in sentencing evaluations, group programming, and support with their legal system endeavors. You will conduct groups and work with community providers, court systems, public defenders, judges, consumer families, and support systems. You will also be involved with conducting virtual visiting and arranging in-person visitation for consumers, arranging discharges, and scheduling follow-up appointments in accordance with treatment team recommendations. Working alongside a dynamic team of professionals, you will serve as a member of the multi-disciplinary team providing input into consumers' progress, needs, and the development of treatment goals. In addition, you will conduct biopsychosocial and risk assessments with consumers for presentation to the multi-disciplinary team for the treatment and goal planning process.

This role requires a high-level of attention to detail, adaptability to a fast-paced work environment, and flexibility to accommodate rapid schedule changes. An ideal candidate for this position will be familiar with the Code of Ethics of the National Association of Social Workers and the treatment of individuals in an involuntary setting.

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 hour per week
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Travel and overtime as operationally necessary.
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

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 3 months of graduating with a qualifying degree.

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 Requirements:

• A conditional offer of employment will require a medical examination and drug screening.
• This position falls under the provisions of the Older Adult Protective Services Act.
  • Under the Act, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports, including but not limited to, PA State Police and FBI clearance.

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.

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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.

• 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.