Social Worker 2 - SCI Waymart

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Canaan Township (PA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full retirement benefits at age 50/55

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is seeking a Social Worker 2 at SCI Waymart to deliver counseling, case management, and reentry planning for inmates. This role emphasizes program development, documentation, and interagency collaboration within a correctional setting.

Applicants should have a Master’s in social work (or be within 3 months of graduation) and relevant experience. The position requires CJIS certification within two months and PA residency compliance.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience as a Social Worker 1 or Forensic Social Worker 1 (commonwealth titles) or equivalent with a degree.
• Master's degree in social work or social welfare.
• CJIS certification within two months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and coordinate social service programs with staff and community groups.
• Provide counseling, guidance, crisis management, and supportive services to inmates and families.
• Maintain records and reports that support effective case management and communication.
• Assist with parole preparation, reentry coordination, and community placement processes.
• Interpret and apply social work laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Investigate reported human rights concerns and verify needed information.

Skills

Counseling skills

Crisis management

Case management

Interagency coordination

Education

Master's degree in social work

Bachelor's degree in social work or social welfare

Tools

CJIS certification

Job description

Are you looking for an opportunity to make a tangible difference every day? As a Social Worker 2 at the State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Waymart, you join a team that values growth, respect, and positive change. This position gives you the chance to guide others through important transitions while building your own skills along the way. Advance your professional talents and apply today!

This role focuses on providing social work and case management services to inmates at SCI Waymart. It involves planning, coordinating, and delivering programs that support individual well-being and successful adjustment. As a Social Worker 2, you will perform the following duties:

• Program Coordination:Develop, implement, and coordinate social service programs with staff and community groups
• Inmate Support:Provide counseling, guidance, crisis management, and supportive services to inmates and families
• Case Documentation:Maintain records and reports that support effective case management and communication
• Reentry Planning:Assist with parole preparation, reentry coordination, and community placement processes
• Policy Application: Interpret and apply social work laws, regulations, policies, and procedures
• Complaint Review:Investigate reported human rights concerns 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.
• 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: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 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 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration) 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

• 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.