Social Worker

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Justice, Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System
1 month ago
Bruceton Mills, West Virginia$75K - $97KFull TimeSocial WorkinNot on LinkedIn
✓ No Weekends

Job Description

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible

This position qualifies for federal student loan forgiveness. After 10 years of qualifying payments while working full-time for a nonprofit employer, the remaining balance on your Direct Loans may be forgiven.

About the Role

Join the Department of Justice as a Social Worker focused on corrections. You will foster a humane and secure environment, preparing individuals for successful community reentry.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide medical and mental health release planning.
  • Conduct social work assessments and therapeutic interventions.
  • Participate in interdisciplinary teams and specialized committees.
  • Maintain institutional security responsibilities.

Requirements

  • Master's degree in Social Work from an accredited school.
  • One year specialized experience or equivalent graduate education.
  • Ability to work independently in clinical environments.

Benefits & Compensation

  • Salary range: $74,678 to $97,087 per year.
  • 13% retention incentive available for eligible candidates.
  • Permanent full-time appointment.

Work Schedule

  • Full-time hours.
  • Call, weekend, and night requirements not specified.

Benefits & Perks

13% retention incentive available
Permanent appointment
Competitive service benefits
6.0

Burnout Score

Top 50%

Protective Factors (1)

No weekends (57% ↓ work-life conflict)

Interpretation: Position includes 1 validated protective factor against burnout.

Job Details

Employment Type

Full-time

Posted

1mo ago