Reference #: 4437823
THE POSITION
Are you interested in a career in social services and looking for an interesting internship program? The Department of Corrections is welcoming an intern to experience the benefits and importance of social work practices, policies, procedures, and regulations within the State Correctional Institution, Greene. Put your education into practice while positively affecting inmate populations. Join us for this exciting internship and let us show you how we make a difference in the lives of Pennsylvanians, while also developing your understanding of the social services landscape in the Commonwealth.DESCRIPTION OF WORK
During this internship, you will shadow and assist an on-site social worker. Some of the tasks you will observe include reviewing and tracking parole and medical assisted treatment releases, assisting with re-entry for mental health or medical issues, and scheduling outside treatment for inmates being released. You will also conduct research, plan and attend meetings, help with Government Performance and Results Act assessments, and assist with other inmate requests.Work Schedule and Additional Information:Full-time or part-time summer internship starting in May, 2024
Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with 30-minute lunch (full-time) and 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM or 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday (part-time).
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
Internship Requirements:You must be an undergraduate pursuing a degree in social work, human services, or a related field.
You must be enrolled in an accredited 4-year institution with at least 20 credit hours earned at the time of hire.
You must be in a good academic standing with a GPA of 2.0 or higher.
Additional Requirement:You must be able to perform essential job functions.
Legal Requirement:You must pass a background investigation.
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.
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.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at [email protected].
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 m mbership, 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.