Forensic Social Worker 1 - Torrance State Hospital

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • Westmoreland County, PA

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The Forensic Social Worker 1 provides social services and counseling to forensic patients at Torrance State Hospital who were placed through the criminal justice system for evaluation and treatment. The role supports patients’ progress and well-being while working with their families, multidisciplinary staff, and external agencies. The position is full-time, 37.5 hours per week, with a schedule of 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday through Friday, and a 30-minute lunch. Telework is not available.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s or master’s degree in social work or social welfare; applicants within three months of graduating with a qualifying degree may be considered to have met the educational requirement.
• Meet the Pennsylvania residency requirement.
• Be able to perform the essential job functions.
• A conditional offer requires a medical examination and drug screening.
• A conditional offer requires satisfactory criminal history reports, including Pennsylvania State Police and FBI clearances.

Responsibilities

• Interview forensic patients, families, and agency contacts to gather and update information about patients’ social, medical, and emotional status.
• Assess patient needs and provide education and therapy to support improved personal and social functioning.
• Work with multidisciplinary staff to develop and carry out individualized care and treatment plans.
• Document patient progress toward social service goals and communicate updates to involved parties.
• Prepare discharge or transfer plans outlining continued care or follow-up needs.
• Maintain current court commitment records and complete recommitment petitions as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level