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Social Worker

Bronx, NY ยท On-site

$70K/yr

The Social Worker provides short-term therapy and crisis support for older adults in Osborne ... Competence in the criminal justice system and the jail or prison setting. Key Competencies:

The Social Worker provides short-term therapy and crisis support for older adults in Osborne ... Competence in the criminal justice system and the jail or prison setting. Key Competencies:

Social Worker

Bronx, NY ยท On-site

$70K/yr

The Social Worker provides short-term therapy and crisis support for older adults in Osborne ... Competence in the criminal justice system and the jail or prison setting. Key Competencies:

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As of Sep 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for jail social worker in the United States is $76,266.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $59,000.00 and $91,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Licensed Social Worker / Licensed Professional Counselor

Greensburg, PA โ€ข On-site

PrimeCare Medical, Inc
Health Care and Social Assistanceย โ€ขย 1 - 5K employees

$65K - $75K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 26 days ago


Job description

Job Type
Full-time
Description
PrimeCare Medical is currently looking for a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) or Licensed Social Worker (LMSW or LCSW) to work as a Behavioral Health Professional traveling within the following facilities:
  • Westmoreland County Jail: 3000 S Grande Blvd, Greensburg, PA 15601
  • Somerset County Jail: 127 East Fairview Street, Somerset, PA 15501
  • Washington County Jail: 100 W. Cherry Street, Washington, PA 15301
  • Cambria County Jail: 425 Manor Drive Box 595, Ebensburg, PA 15931

This position requires ability to travel and work in each of the facilities listed above. This a Full-Time 40-hour position, Monday - Friday, during normal business hours. (8:00am- 4:30pm).
Job Responsibilities:
  • Conduct clinical assessments based on referrals and self-referrals. Assessments include documentation of findings, including at a minimum a mental status examination and case conceptualization, diagnosis, and treatment plan. Makes referrals to psychiatry when appropriate.
  • Risk assessments are to be conducted utilizing structured interviews and risk assessment tools. Inmates at risk for suicide and / or engaging in self-harm are managed utilizing existing protocols according to current policy and procedures.
  • Serve as the PrimeCare Medical (PCM) mental health liaison for mental health services, outside the facility.
  • Facilitates admission and placement of inmates/patients to forensic hospitals when necessary.
  • Monitors all mental health services provided.
  • Monitors clinical services to ensure that standards of care are in accordance with NCCHC, and accepted psychiatric/ psychological standards.
  • Is a member of the Quality Assurance Committee.
  • Develops and conducts in-service education programs according to annual in-service calendar.
  • Collects data and prepares monthly reports, which reflect performance.

Benefits:
PrimeCare believes in offering a competitive compensation and benefits package to all their employees. Standard benefits for full-time employees include:
  • Salaries are negotiable and commensurate based on experience. Annual Salary range is $65,000.00 - $75,000.00
  • Single and Family health care offered (i.e., medical / prescription / dental / vision).
  • Company-paid life insurance provided & additional insurance benefits offered.
  • Retirement benefits offered (i.e., 401k with discretionary company match).
  • Generous PTO package provided. Paid time off will accrue for a maximum accrual of thirteen (13) days (or 104 hours) per year. In addition, you will also receive six (6) floating holidays, pro-rated within your first year of employment as dictated by your effective hire date.

Requirements
  • Must be licensed as a LPC, LSW, or LCSW in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
  • Must hold a Master's degree or greater in Social Work, Psychology, or related Human Service field with a concentration in clinical course work, training and/or experience.
  • Minimum of two years of experience.

Salary Description
$65,000.00 - $75,000.00