Social Work Services
Who are School Social Workers?
Who are School Social Workers?
School Social Workers are trained mental health professionals with a degree in social work who provide services related to a person's social, emotional and life adjustment to school and/or society. School Social Workers are the link between the home, school and community in providing direct as well as indirect services to students, families and school personnel to promote and support students' academic and social success.
List of School Social Work services offered
Cassidy Pytash, LSW
Blairsville-Saltsburg School District Social WorkerHome and School VisitorMcKinney-Vento and Foster LiaisonPhone: (724) 787-8194pytashcassidy@b-ssd.org
Listed below is information on a variety of available resources throughout Indiana County
Listed below is information on a variety of available resources throughout Indiana County
6 19 Update.pdfChildren's Services of Indiana County (published by Indiana County Department of Human Resources)
Indiana County Resources.pdfIndiana County: Where to turn for help (A-Z) (published by Indiana County Department of Human Resources)
Indiana County Health Services.pdfHealth Care Services for Indiana County residents (published by Indiana County Department of Human Resources)
Indiana County Support Groups.pdfSupport Group Listing for Indiana County (published by Indiana County Department of Human Resources)
Indiana County Local Clothing Resources.pdfIndiana County Clothing Resources
Pantry Dates and Times.docxIndiana County Food Pantries
Indiana County Volunteer and Committees.pdfIndiana County Volunteer Opportunities
Christopher's Light.pdfChristopher's Light: Clothing and School Supplies
Persevere PA COVID Crisis Counseling Brochure 9.17.2020.pdfPersevere Crisis Counseling Program (COVID-19)
ARIN Teen Parenting Brochure.pdfARIN Teen Parenting Program Brochure
Unity Family Services .pdfUnity Family Services: Family Based Mental Health Services
Arc Brochure 9.2.2020.pdfThe Arc of Indiana County
Assistance Agencies
Assistance Agencies
Indiana County Department of Human Resources Directory: A-Z index or search by function
PA 211: is a FREE resource and information hub that connects people with community, health, and disaster services in eleven counties through a free, 24/7 confidential phone service. Just dial 211 to get connected and get help.
ICCAP: programs to solve household problems, manage emergencies, learn new living skills, and foster community involvement
Salvation Army: programs for emergencies, medical care, and energy/food/clothing assistance
Housing Authority of Indiana County, PA: housing programs for families who meet income guidelines
PA 211: is a FREE resource and information hub that connects people with community, health, and disaster services in eleven counties through a free, 24/7 confidential phone service. Just dial 211 to get connected and get help.
ICCAP: programs to solve household problems, manage emergencies, learn new living skills, and foster community involvement
Salvation Army: programs for emergencies, medical care, and energy/food/clothing assistance
Housing Authority of Indiana County, PA: housing programs for families who meet income guidelines
Mental Health Resources
Mental Health Resources
Armstrong Indiana BDHP: provides information on all behavioral and developmental health services and provider agencies available to you and your family.
The Guidance Center (Indiana, PA): provides Outpatient, School-Based, Psych Services (Evaluation, Medication Management), Service Coordination, services for Intellectually Disabled, and Drug and Alcohol supports
Family Behavioral Resources (Indiana, PA): provides Outpatient, Psych Services (Evaluation, Medication Management), and BHRS.
Family Psychological Associates (Indiana, PA): provides Outpatient, Psych Services (Evaluation, Medication Management), and BHRS.
YMH Project: educate, empower, and support families and communities to better understand and care for the mental health of our youth.
The Guidance Center (Indiana, PA): provides Outpatient, School-Based, Psych Services (Evaluation, Medication Management), Service Coordination, services for Intellectually Disabled, and Drug and Alcohol supports
Family Behavioral Resources (Indiana, PA): provides Outpatient, Psych Services (Evaluation, Medication Management), and BHRS.
Family Psychological Associates (Indiana, PA): provides Outpatient, Psych Services (Evaluation, Medication Management), and BHRS.
YMH Project: educate, empower, and support families and communities to better understand and care for the mental health of our youth.
Drug and Alcohol Resources
Armstrong-Indiana-Clarion Drug and Alcohol Commission: oversees and provides information on substance abuse prevention, intervention, and treatment services for the area.Drug and Alcohol Resources
The Open Door (Indiana, PA): provides Assessment, Outpatient, Specialized Services, Crisis Intervention, and Education Programming.
SAMHSA
Blairsville Reality Tour 2019-20 registration forms.pdfBlairsville Area Reality Tour: Drug awareness/prevention program from the perspective of a teen struggling with Substance Abuse Disorder
Grief Support Excela Latrobe.pdfNeighborhood Kids, Grief Support (Latrobe)
Highmark Caring Place Virtual Program.pdfHighmark Caring Place Virtual Program
Additional Links to Resources
Additional Links to Resources
Social Security Administration: online tool to apply for disability and find information on survivor benefits
DHS- Kinship Connector: resources available for kinship families and grandparents raising grandchildren
Internet Service Guide.docxFree and Discounted Internet Provider Information
Updated Food Bank Schedule Weekly Food Assistance Information
Large food dis. flyer.pdfArc of Indiana County: Produce Distribution
Feelings and Emotions MH Talking with Kids.pdfYMH Project: Talking with Kids about Feelings & Emotions