Forensic Social Worker 1

• Torrance State Hospital Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania $55,316.00
• $80,646.00 Annually dental insurance, vision insurance, parental leave, vacation time, paid time off, paid holidays, sick time, retirement plan United States, Pennsylvania, Torrance 121 Longview Drive (Show on map) Sep 03, 2026 Salary $55,316.00
• $80,646.

00 Annually Location Westmoreland County, PA Job Type Civil Service Permanent Full-Time Job Number

CS-2026-57626-40061

Department Department of Human Services Division HS Torrance St Hosp Opening Date 09/03/2026 Closing Date 9/17/2026 11:59 PM Eastern Job Code 40061 Position Number 00228276 Union SEIU Local 668 Bargaining Unit F4 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

Are you inspired to support healing and growth as a Forensic Social Worker 1 for the Department of Human Services? This role allows you to guide patients through important steps in their treatment and recovery at Torrance State Hospital. You will help individuals strengthen their social and emotional skills. Your efforts will contribute to safer communities and more positive outcomes for those in need.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This role focuses on delivering social services, counseling, and case management to forensic patients receiving care through the criminal justice system. As a Forensic Social Worker 1, you will perform the following duties:

Patient Interviews:

Gather information about patients to assess social service needs and treatment goals

Therapeutic Support:

Provide education, individual counseling, and group therapy to help patients understand and address challenges

Team Collaboration:

Participate in treatment team meetings and support the creation of individualized care plans

Progress Documentation:

Record patient progress toward social service goals and communicate updates to families and involved parties

Discharge Planning:

Write detailed plans for patient transitions and follow-up services as appropriate

Commitment Management:

Maintain records of court commitments, complete petitions, and attend hearings when needed 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. 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.