The career center will be closed on Monday, July 4 in observance of Independence Day holiday. 

The Edinboro University Handshake site (edinboro.joinhandshake.com) will be available through July 10, 2022. The new PennWest University Handshake site will be available mid July 2022.

Social & Human Services

This Community is for those who give back – social workers, human services assistants, community service agency managers, counselors, therapists and more. Find resources, jobs, internships and more here.

National Association of Social Workers

The National Association of Social Workers (NASW) is the largest membership organization of professional social workers in the world, with more than 120,000 members. NASW works to enhance the professional growth and development of its members, to create and maintain professional standards, and to advance sound social policies.

Community and Social Service Occupations

Curious about the career possibilities in community and social service? This guide from CollegeGrad provides a comprehensive list of options.

Resume Examples

View examples of resumes for Social and Human Services careers.

American Counseling Association

The American Counseling Association is a not-for-profit, professional and educational organization that is dedicated to the growth and enhancement of the counseling profession.

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Alumni Mentors

Joshua Bishop

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Kerry Catanese

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  • Cleveland, OH
  • Psychology Fellow Total Education Solutions
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Mike Post

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  • Erie, PA
  • Chief Executive Officer Select Specialty Hospital Erie
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Evan Williams

Alumni Mentors
  • State College, PA
  • Residence Life Coordinator The Pennsylvania State University
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T 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
W 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
TH 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
F 8:00 am - 4:00 pm

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Contact & Location

Phone
(814) 732-2781
Email
career@pennwest.edu
Address

Ross Hall #165/166
220 Scotland Road
Edinboro, PA 16444

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