• Job Description

  Req#: 4990143

  The City of Pittsburgh is committed to creating a workplace where every employee is valued for who they are and can do their best work. Our values shape how we create and maintain a safe, healthy, and thriving work environment that is based on care, consideration, and respect, so we can best serve the public.

  Reporting to the Director of Human Resources and Civil Service, the Occupational Social Worker (OSW) will assist City of Pittsburgh employees seeking to overcome barriers and access resources. The OSW will partner with all Human Resources teams, City departments, and external agencies to connect employees with appropriate resources and support by conducting confidential employee meetings, conducting needs assessments, and leveraging partnerships with external agencies.

  The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of the principles, ethics, and practices of Occupational Social Work and resource coordination.

  
  

  Department : Human Resources and Civil Service

  Posting Type : Announcement

  Salary : $68,162 per year.

  Union : None, this is a non-union position.

  Civil Service Classification : Non-Competitive

  General Application Requirements :
  You must submit or show proof of all the following at the time of filing your application (unless otherwise indicated below) or your application will be disqualified. Disqualifications based on any of these General Application Requirements are not subject to a Civil Service appeal.
  

  • Applicants must submit a complete application, including education, work experience, a resume, and completed supplemental questions.
  • Applicants must become residents of the City of Pittsburgh prior to employment and must remain residents throughout employment.
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  NOTE: Candidates being considered for employment will be required to submit official transcripts to verify post-secondary education (college/university, trade school, etc.) prior to being hired by the City of Pittsburgh. Transcripts must be submitted at the time of any/each job interview you have with the City of Pittsburgh.
  
  
  NOTE : The City of Pittsburgh, as a matter of policy, conducts pre-employment and promotional background investigations on all candidates being considered for positions. The background investigation includes, but is not limited to, criminal background, driver's license, and City of Pittsburgh real estate tax payments. Candidates may be disqualified from consideration based on the results of their background investigation, as it relates to the job for which the applicant is being considered .
  
  
  Qualifying Requirements :
  Your City of Pittsburgh application will be reviewed, and your work experience and education/training will be evaluated to determine if you meet the qualifying eligibility requirements listed below for this position. You will be sent an eligibility letter regarding your eligible/ineligible status.
  
  

  • WORK EXPERIENCE : The application must clearly show two (2) years of professional work experience in social work, resource coordination, human services, behavioral health, or related support services. (Less than full-time experience will be calculated on a pro-rated basis.)
  • EDUCATION/TRAINING : The application must clearly show a Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) degree from a fully accredited institution. (See NOTE under the General Application Requirements section above regarding the verification of education/training.)
  • EQUIVALENCY : Education/training may be substituted for work experience on a year-for-year basis if the application clearly shows the required number of years to meet the Total Qualifying Requirement for this position, based on the sum of work experience and education/training listed above. The Total Qualifying Requirement is six (6) years. (See NOTE under the General Application Requirements section above regarding the verification of education/training).

  If you meet the qualifying requirements listed above, you will be sent a letter of admission (when applicable) for the following examination(s). You must pass the written and/or performance examination(s) to have your name placed on the official Civil Service eligibility list for this position. Candidates who receive job offers must pass a medical examination (when applicable) prior to the start date.
  
  

  • Written : None required for this position.
  • Performance : None required for this position.
  • Medical : None required for this position.

  • Adheres to and practices the principles, ethics, and values of the NASW while providing City of Pittsburgh employees confidential assistance with barrier remediation and goal achievement regardless of position title, rank, or employment status.
  • Adheres to and practices the professional principles, values, and ethics of social work while providing City of Pittsburgh employees confidential assistance with barrier remediation and goal achievement regardless of position title, rank, or employment status.
  • Assesses employee needs and coordinates resources available through HR & Civil Service, contracted agencies, and community partners.
  • Strengthens the collaboration with the Employee Assistance Program to establish a more concrete referral process for employee needs: counseling, financial services, caretaker services, etc..
  • Assists in conflict resolution efforts within teams by facilitating conversations and connecting employees to appropriate training or supportive services.
  • Advises management on policies to support employee well-being.
  • Assists in the administration, assessment, and evaluation of existing well-being-focused policies:
    • Track I, II, and III / Reasonable Suspicion
    • Domestic Violence Policy / Paid Safe Leave
    • Other policies or programs that involve employee mental health or referral pathways
  • Partners with HR & Civil Service teams to coordinate access to wellness services and community resources.
  • Develops wellness workshops and campaigns on topics such as burnout prevention, stress management, work-life balance, mental health awareness, etc., to promote a healthier and more productive workforce.
  • Creates and maintains a resource guide for employees and management to support employee mental health, anger management, housing or food insecurity, elder care, or childcare.
  • Tracks usage and effectiveness of referrals, wellness programming, and policy support to show impact over time.
  • Manages and expands the CityFit platform to increase participation and impact.
  • Facilitates referrals to community programs and agencies and provides follow-up.
  • Communicates with individuals and providers (when appropriate) in person, via phone, email, or MS Teams, to assess concerns and determine needs.
  • Collaborates with HR and Civil Service teams and City Departments to provide quality service to all City employees.
  • Builds a network of community resources, guidance, and supports necessary to help provide tailored plans needed for employees to thrive in their roles.
  • Performs other related tasks and duties as assigned or required.
    

  
  

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