Forensic Social Worker 1 - Norristown State Hospital

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Norristown (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Department of Human Services, Norristown State Hospital, is seeking a Forensic Social Worker 1 to support patient care and treatment decisions at Norristown State Hospital in Montgomery County, PA. The role emphasizes coordination of case management and discharge planning within a collaborative framework with legal and clinical partners.

Responsibilities include assisting with evaluation, treatment planning, and communication to move patients toward stability,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's degree in social work or social welfare.
• Educational requirements may be met within three months of graduation.
• PA residency requirement must be met.
• Conditional offer requires medical examination and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate case management, treatment planning, and communication for individuals on court-ordered mental health commitments.
• Guide patients through evaluation, treatment, and discharge planning with legal and community partners.
• Coordinate communication with attorneys, courts, families, and community providers.
• Maintain accurate records and participate in multidisciplinary meetings to inform treatment and discharge decisions.
• Prepare discharge materials and assist with aftercare arrangements.

Skills

Social work

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in social work or social welfare

Job description

Salary

$55,316.00 - $80,646.00 Annually

Location

Montgomery County, PA

Job Type

Civil Service Permanent Full-Time

Job Number

CS-2026-60681-40061

Department

Department of Human Services

Division

HS Norristown St Hosp

Opening Date

10/19/2026

Closing Date

11/2/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

40061

Position Number

00068330

Union

SEIU Local 668

Bargaining Unit

F4

Pay Group

ST06

Bureau / Division Code

00210671

Bureau / Division

Norristown State Hospital

Worksite Address

1415 Sterigere Street

City

Norristown, Pennsylvania

Zip Code

19401

Contact Name

Talent Management Section

Contact Email

[e-mail]

THE POSITION

Are you ready to make a difference by supporting patient care and treatment decisions as a Forensic Social Worker 1 with the Department of Human Services? This position gives you the opportunity to help patients at Norristown State Hospital move toward stability while working with legal and clinical partners. Your work will strengthen communication, improve treatment planning, and support safe transitions. Become part of a team that works with purpose, clarity, and dedication.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position supports the Regional Forensic Psychiatric Center at Norristown State Hospital by coordinating case management, treatment planning, and communication for individuals on court-ordered mental health commitments. The role helps guide patients through evaluation, treatment, and discharge planning while ensuring collaboration with legal and community partners. As a Forensic Social Worker 1, you will perform the following duties:

• Case Management: Coordinate communication with attorneys, courts, families, and community providers


• Assessment Work: Conduct psychosocial assessments and maintain accurate records in the Electronic Health Record


• Documentation Duties: Complete admission forms, update treatment plans, and ensure all required records meet standards


• Team Collaboration: Participate in multidisciplinary meetings and provide input for treatment and discharge decisions


• Discharge Support: Prepare discharge materials, notify security, and assist with aftercare arrangements


• Professional Conduct: Maintain boundaries, follow security procedures, and uphold all hospital policies

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.


• 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.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

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.

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 Guidelines.


• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

• A conditional offer of employment will require a medical examination and a 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.
  
  

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.

EXAMINATION 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.