Caseworker *(NY HELPS)

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 NY HELPS Program temporarily removes the civil service exam requirement for this position. Employees hired under the NY HELPS 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 MARCH 25, 2025.

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.