Top 29 Social worker government Jobs in Pennsylvania

Social Worker 2 SCI Camp Hill
Commonwealth of PA —Camp Hill, PA
- $60,538 - $92,010 a year
- Full-time
- Master of Social Work
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- Paid parental leave
- Health insurance
2d
PIC Case Aide
County of Venango —Franklin, PA
- From $13.06 an hour
- Full-time
- Clean driving record
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Computer literacy
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Drug & Alcohol Case Management Specialist I
County of Venango —Franklin, PA
- From $20.20 an hour
- Full-time
- Nursing
- Addiction Medicine
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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Child Welfare Case Aide
County of Venango —Franklin, PA
- $13.06 an hour
- Full-time
- Clean driving record
- Management
- Computer literacy
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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Director of Long-Term Housing
City of Philadelphia —Philadelphia, PA
- $100,000 - $115,000 a year
- Email
- 3 years
- Master's degree
- Bachelor's degree
- Wellness program
- Paid parental leave
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6d
Social Worker Supervisor
Commonwealth of PA —Philadelphia, PA
- $69,086 - $104,959 a year
- Full-time
- Nursing home
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- Mid-level
- Paid parental leave
- Health insurance
1d
Corrections Counselor 2 SCI Dallas
Commonwealth of PA —Dallas, PA
- $64,574 - $98,144 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- Psychology
- Paid parental leave
- Health insurance
7d
Corrections Counselor 1
Commonwealth of PA —Harrisburg, PA
- $56,541 - $86,022 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- Psychology
- Paid parental leave
- Health insurance
13d
Corrections Counselor 2
Commonwealth of PA —Harrisburg, PA
- $64,574 - $98,144 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- Psychology
- Paid parental leave
- Health insurance
13d
Social Work Services Manager 2
City of Philadelphia —Philadelphia, PA
- $62,763 - $80,697 a year
- Online Application
- Background check
- Adults
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Parental leave
Corrections Counselor 1 SCI Dallas
Commonwealth of PA —Dallas, PA
- $56,541 - $86,022 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- Psychology
- Paid parental leave
- Health insurance
7d
Child Abuse Investigations Supervisor
Chester County of Pennsylvania —Westtown, PA
- $68,104.30 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Outlook
- Computer literacy
1d
Social Worker 2 North Central Secure Treatment Unit
Commonwealth of PA —Danville, PA
- $60,538 - $92,010 a year
- Overtime
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
- Bachelor's degree
- Free parking
- Paid parental leave
10d
Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor
Commonwealth of PA —Williamsport, PA
- $60,538 - $92,010 a year
- Full-time
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Mid-level
- Psychology
- Paid parental leave
- Health insurance
13d
Director of Drug/Alcohol Abuse
Erie County Government —Erie, PA
- $30.70 an hour
- Part-time
- Nursing
- Medicine
- Office
13d
County Caseworker 2 (Local Government) Blended Case Management Wayne County MH/ID
Commonwealth of PA —Honesdale, PA
- $38,395.50 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Pass drug screening
- Bachelor's degree
- Psychology
- Flexible spending account
- Employee assistance program
CBCM Health Navigator
Allegheny County Housing Authority —McKees Rocks, PA
- Full-time
- Nursing
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
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ROOTS Senior Outreach Specialist
City of Pittsburgh —Pittsburgh, PA
- $64,542 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- High school diploma or GED
2d
Social Worker I, In-Home Unit, CYF
Chester County of Pennsylvania —Westtown, PA
- $62,339.20 a year
- Extended hours
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Outlook
- Computer literacy
14d
Northumberland County Outpatient Mental Health Therapist
County of Northumberland —Sunbury, PA
- $40 an hour
- Contract
- LMFT
- Medical office experience
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker

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Social Worker 2 SCI Camp Hill

Commonwealth of PA -
Camp Hill, PA

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Job Details

Full-time
$60,538 - $92,010 a year
2 days ago

Benefits

Paid parental leave
Internal mobility program
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Military leave
Paid time off
Paid military leave
Parental leave
Vision insurance
Flexible schedule
Retirement plan
Paid sick time

Qualifications

Master's degree in social work
Master of Social Work
Bachelor's degree in social work
Managing social services clients
Mid-level
Internal investigations
Records management
Bachelor's degree
Crisis management in social services
Experience working with incarcerated individuals
Individual case management in social services
Social Work
Social work care coordination
Legal compliance
2 years
Inmate rehabilitation planning
Supportive counseling

Full Job Description

THE POSITION

Are you ready to support positive change and strengthen lives within the correctional system? As a Social Worker 2 for the State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Camp Hill, you help inmates address challenges and build stronger paths forward. This role offers the chance to provide guidance, encouragement, and practical support. You make a positive impact by promoting stability, growth, and community reintegration. Bring your compassionate expertise to a dedicated team making a real difference every day!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position provides social work and case management services that support inmate well-being and reentry preparation at SCI Camp Hill. As a Social Worker 2, you will perform the following duties:

Program Coordination: Coordinate social service programs and provide counseling, crisis support, and guidance to inmates and families
Caseload Management: Maintain records, prepare reports, and communicate with staff and agencies to support case management
Reentry Planning: Assist with parole preparation, facilitate reentry groups, and coordinate community transition plans
Continuity Of Care: Provide follow-up services for inmates placed in the community to support ongoing success
Policy Application: Apply federal, state, and departmental policies and procedures to daily social work activities
Complaint Review: Investigate concerns or allegations and verify related information with appropriate resources

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:

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.

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.
All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant’s own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information.

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.

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Health & Wellness

We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*

Compensation & Financial Planning
We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.

Work/Life Balance
We know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*

Values and Culture
We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.

Employee Perks
Sometimes, it is the little “extras” that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.

For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visit www.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.

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