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Schoharie County Department of Social Services Case Worker (H.E.L.P. Program) in Schoharie, New York
NY1497394
CASEWORKER *(H.E.L.P. Program)
Starting Salary: $49,550 (CSEA grade 15)
Under supervision, a Caseworker identifies and provides appropriate services for individuals and/or their families, including children, to assist them with their economic, emotional, social, and environmental difficulties; does related work as required. Work is performed under the close supervision of a supervising caseworker or coordinator, with in-service training provided through the agency's staff development program. A Caseworker, in consultation with the supervising worker and/or the interdisciplinary team, formulates and carries out plans to meet the individual needs of the cases assigned.
*The Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement (HELP) Program temporarily removes the civil service exam requirement for this position. Employees hired under the HELP Program will be appointed on a permanent basis.
Candidates interested in being considered for this position must submit an employment application to the Schoharie County Department of Personnel & Civil Service, 284 Main Street, PO Box 675, Schoharie, NY 12157,( e-mail: CivilService@co.schoharie.ny.us ) by the close of business on MAY 8, 2024. Applications may be obtained in the Personnel Office or online at: www.schohariecounty-ny.gov
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: (A) Possession of a bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited or a New York State registered four (4) year college or university; OR (B) Certification as a Registered Nurse with one *(1) year of experience in that profession. (Administrative Directive from N.Y.S. Department of Social Services to County Personnel Officers, 12-9-87) *NOTE: Part-time employment can be pro-rated to count towards full-time, based on number of hours worked per week. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT: This class requires extensive travel. Incumbents will be required to possess a valid, appropriate level, New York State Motor Vehicle operator's license, or otherwise demonstrate the ability to meet the travel needs of the job.