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Forensic Social Worker 1 - Torrance State Hospital

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • Torrance, PA • 11h ago

Salary

$55,316.00 - $80,646.00 Annually

Location

Westmoreland County, PA

Job Type

Civil Service Permanent Full-Time

Job Number

CS-2026-61441-40061

Department

Department of Human Services

Division

HS Torrance St Hosp

Opening Date

10/27/2026

Closing Date

11/10/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

40061

Position Number

00228276

Union

SEIU Local 668

Bargaining Unit

Pay Group

ST06

Bureau / Division Code

00210973

Bureau / Division

Torrance State Hospital

Worksite Address

121 Longview Drive

City

Torrance, Pennsylvania

Zip Code

15779

Contact Name

Sandra Schleicher

Contact Email

saschleich@pa.gov

THE POSITION

Do you seek a career where your support helps people build better futures as a Forensic Social Worker 1 with the Department of Human Services? In this role, you will assist patients

at Torrance State Hospital

as they work on improving their lives and strengthening their well-being. You will be part of a team focused on meaningful progress for every person served. This is your opportunity to make a lasting difference.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position provides social services and counseling to forensic patients who have been placed through the criminal justice system for evaluation and treatment. You will support their progress while working closely with families, staff, and external agencies. As a Forensic Social Worker 1, you will perform the following duties:

Patient Interviews: Interview forensic patients, families, and agency contacts to gather and update information about their social, medical, and emotional status

Needs Assessment: Assess patient needs and provide education and therapy to support improved personal and social functioning

Team Collaboration: Work with multidisciplinary staff to develop and carry out individualized care and treatment plans

Progress Recording: Document patient progress toward social service goals and communicate updates to involved parties

Discharge Planning: Prepare discharge or transfer plans that outline continued care or follow-up needs

Commitment Compliance: Maintain current court commitment records and complete recommitment petitions as required

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 thePA 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.

How to Apply:

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How to Apply:

Resumes, cover letters, andsimilar 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.

All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant's own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use

... For full info follow application link.

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.

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