SOCIAL WORKER 1



Job Details

SOCIAL WORKER 1
Employer

West Virginia

Salary

$23,724.00 - $43,896.00 Annually

Location

- Various Locations, WV

Job Type

Full-Time Permanent

Job Number

9580W

Department-lala

ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION 0313-0313

Opening Date

05/14/2020

Closing Date

Continuous

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DESCRIPTION

Under general supervision, performs professional social work at the entry level in the role of case manager for a group of social services clients. Responsibility includes initial assessment of social service needs, eligibility determination, arrangement for service delivery and continuous monitoring of client status. Responsible for administrative and reporting requirements. Performs related work as required. 

Most positions are located at State Hospitals. Contact the Hospital HR Office for specific vacancy information. [State Hospital Link] This announcement is used to fill future vacancies in various locations. If you are interested in Social Service Worker jobs you must apply for these separately.

Click The APPLY Link Above To Apply Online. This job requires a written examination (W). (Persons with BSW, MSW or License are exempt from testing. See below.) Exams are given in several locations and NO appointment is necessary. We are accepting online applications for this job. For test schedules, locations, see link below.

If you apply online, you do not have to take a copy of the application to the test center. DO NOT APPLY UNLESS YOU CAN TEST WITHIN 90 DAYS. Online applicants who do not test within 90 days of application will be rejected. Applicants using a paper application must present a completed application at the test site. Positive identification required. There is a 90 day re-test waiting period.

The same written exam is used for Social Worker 1, 2, and 3. You only have to take the test once. If you previously (within the past 6 months) took this test, you do not have to re-test. However, if you choose not to re-test, you should contact us so that your test score can be applied to the other title.

If you have previously applied for this job and simply want to update your ID (name, address, etc.), work preferences, or county availability, do not re-apply. Instead, send us a letter.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Training: Bachelor's degree in Social Work from a regionally accredited college or university.

Substitution: Bachelor's degree in Sociology, Psychology, Counseling, Criminal Justice, Behavioral Science, Interpersonal Communications, Human Services, Education, Special Education, Elementary Education, or Secondary Education from a regionally accredited college or university may be substituted for the degree in Social Work OR current West Virginia Social Work License.

Special Requirement: Eligible for Temporary Social Work License OR Licensed as a Social
Worker, Graduate Social Worker, or Certified Social Worker by the West Virginia Board of
Social Work Examiners.

For Bureau for Children and Families:
Training: Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university.
Substitution: Current West Virginia Social Work License.


NOTICE: If you are claiming college or other post-high school education or license, you MUST attach or provide by mail a legible copy of your education transcript, license or training record. You will not be considered for employment until this verification has been received. To avoid missing a job opportunity, it is important that you provide this verification as soon as possible. You only have to provide this verification one time. It is not required with every application. Attach documents to the online application, or mail to: Division of Personnel, 1900 Kanawha Blvd E. Charleston, WV 25305.
 

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

IMPORTANT TEST EXEMPTION NOTE: Applicants with a verified Bachelor's (BSW) or Master's (MSW) in Social Work from a Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) accredited social work program, OR a current (non-temporary) WV Social Work License are NOT required to take the written examination. These applicants receive automatic preference in eligible referral. Applicants with Temporary License or a "Temporary License Eligibility Approval Stamp" MUST take the written test. If you have questions, call 304-558-3950.
 

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Permanent, full-time employees of the State of West Virginia, receive a wide variety of financial and personal job benefits.

Specific information about benefits is available from the hiring agency.

Salary and Wages

Direct deposit (twice a month)

Promotion Opportunities - With over 20,000 classified positions in state

government, there are many opportunities to compete for transfer or

promotional appointment.

Medical Insurance

Major medical, surgical, prescription drug, and other medical expenses. Choice of plans. The state pays the major part of the premium.

Mountaineer Flexible Benefits (Optional Insurance)

The Mountaineer Flexible Benefits program allows tax-free deductions for dental, vision, and disability insurance, as well as medical expenses not reimbursed by regular insurance coverage.

Life Insurance

The state provides a $10,000 decreasing term life policy with accidental death and dismemberment benefits. Additional group insurance is available.

Retirement Plan

The state offers an outstanding defined benefit pension plan. Employee contributes 4.5% of salary (tax-deferred).

Deferred Compensation

State employees have a unique opportunity to build retirement savings and reduce today's taxes by participating in a Section 457 deferred compensation plan. A 457 plan is similar to the 401K plans offered by private companies.

Annual Increment Pay

The annual increment is $60 for each full year of qualifying service, and is paid in July of each year. This is available to employees with 3 or more years of service.

Holidays

Twelve (12) paid holidays in each year.

Vacation

15 to 24 days per year depending on length of service.

Paid Sick Leave

We offer an outstanding paid sick leave benefit.

Employees earn 1.5 days each month or 18 days per year.

There is no limit to the amount of sick leave an employee can accumulate.

Full compliance with Family Medical Leave and WV Parental Leave Act.

Employee to Employee Leave Donation Program.

Military Leave - Paid Military Leave

Training, and Developmental Opportunities

We offer many formal in-house training classes.

Many agencies also offer tuition reimbursement for job-related training and education provided by approved technical schools and colleges.

Suggestion Award Program

Employees may receive monetary award up to 20% of the first year savings for any approved and implemented work improvement suggestion.

Credit Union

Flexible Working Hours and Alternate Work Schedules

Day Care - State approved child Day Care facilities are located at the Capitol Complex.

Wellness Programs

Many state agencies provide special wellness and health related services to employees. Examples include: free health screening, special seminars and presentations, organized health related activities, health contact information, wellness promotion events, and healthy lifestyle information.

West Virginia is a Great Place to Live and Work

We offer challenging jobs with competitive benefits. But most of all, we offer the opportunity to further your career, meet your personal goals, and make a real difference in peoples lives.

For more information about benefits visit our

Benefits Web Site. Use your back button to return here.

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Employer
West Virginia
Department-lala
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION 0313-0313
Address
601 57th Street
601 57th Street
Phone
56417198

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