Regional Social Worker

SPAARK, Inc., is seeking a Regional Social Worker to support the soldiers of the Pennsylvania Army National Guard in the Allentown, PA region.

The Regional Social Worker (RSW) position provides psychological health services to members of the Pennsylvania Army National Guard (PAARNG) promoting health and wellness in order to maintain operational deploy ability and medical readiness. RSW’s primarily assess, refer, and case manage soldiers in their region requiring psychological health support. RSW’s are the subject matter experts regarding behavioral health and provide education and support to their units and Commanders. In addition to case management services, RSW’s provide briefings and attend wellness events in support of their units.

Required Qualifications:

• A valid Master of Social Work Degree from an educational institution accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE).
• A current Social Work License that is in good standing.
• 2 years of experience working in social work or other mental health services.
• The ability to obtain a security clearance.
• Ability to be on call one weekend every 8 weeks.

Desired Qualifications:

• Ability to work independently with minimal in-person support.
• Ability to effectively manage and track a changing caseload and to maintain monthly contact with soldiers on their caseload, primarily by phone.
• Appropriate training in assessment and crisis intervention.
• Experience working with military personnel or knowledge of military culture (preferred).
• Ability to provide crisis management guidance to military personnel to ensure soldiers in crisis remain safe.
• Excellent oral, written, and organizational skills.
• Ability to collect and report data.
• Ability to routinely use computer applications and software, including Microsoft Teams.
• Knowledge of electronic health records.
• Ability to build professional relationships and collaborate with other departments and agencies to integrate resources, plan, and deliver comprehensive support services.

Travel:

• Occasional travel within your region to attend drill or wellness events is necessary.
• Travel to Annville PA for initial training and yearly in-person training required.

EEO Employer F/M/Vet/Disabled

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Patient demographics:

• Adults

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Application Question(s):

• Do you have a current Social Work License in good standing?

Education:

• Master's (Required)

Experience:

• Social work or other mental health services: 2 years (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Annville, PA: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person