Social Worker 2 - SCI Camp Hill

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Camp Hill (Cumberland County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's Department of Corrections is seeking a dedicated Social Worker 2 to support inmates, guide them toward better emotional and social stability, and connect them with programs for reentry. This role emphasizes program coordination, case management, and ensuring continuity of care within a correctional setting.

The ideal candidate brings a Master's in Social Work, two years of relevant experience or a bachelor's with significant coursework, and the ability to navigate

Qualifications

• Two years of experience as Social Worker 1 or Forensic Social Worker 1.
• Two years of experience with a bachelor’s degree in social work or social welfare.
• Two years of professional experience providing direct social work services.
• Master's degree in social work or social welfare.
• Applicants may complete education within 3 months of graduation.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate social service programs with agency staff and community organizations.
• Maintain records and reports to manage inmate caseloads and support planning.
• Assist inmates with parole planning, reentry services, and community placement.
• Provide follow-up services to ensure continuity of care after community placement.
• Apply federal, state, departmental and facility regulations in daily tasks.
• Investigate complaints or allegations of human rights violations and verify information.

Skills

Communication

Empathy

Crisis intervention

Education

Bachelor’s degree in social work or social welfare

Master's degree in social work or social welfare

Job description

The Department of Corrections, State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Camp Hill is seeking a dedicated, creative and well organized person to join our team as a Social Worker 2 where you will play an important role in supporting inmates. This position offers the chance to guide individuals as they work toward stronger emotional and social stability. You will help connect inmates with programs and resources that can improve their futures. Join a team that values your dedication and service to the community. If you have the required experience 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!

This role focuses on developing, implementing, and coordinating social work and case management services for inmates. You will help individuals strengthen their well-being and prepare for community reintegration. As a Social Worker 2, you will perform the following duties:

• Program Coordination:Coordinate social service programs with agency staff and community organizations
• Case Documentation:Maintain records and reports needed to manage inmate caseloads and support case planning
• Reentry Assistance:Assist inmates with parole planning, reentry services, and community placement processes
• Follow-Up Support:Provide follow-up services to community-placed inmates to ensure continuity of care
• Policy Application:Apply federal, state, departmental, and facility regulations in all daily social work tasks
• Complaint Review:Investigate complaints or allegations of human rights violations and verify needed information

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. 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

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements

• Two years of experience as a Social Worker 1 or Forensic Social Worker 1 (Commonwealth job titles or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration)(must have been employed in a commonwealth social worker job title on September 8, 2008, with continuous commonwealth employment);
• 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;
• Two years of professional experience providing direct public or private social work services, and a bachelor’s degree in social work or social welfare;
• 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

• You 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 Guidelines.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirement

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

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.

• 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.