Job Information
Herkimer County Case Worker-CPS in Herkimer, New York
NY1498568 Caseworker Permanent Opening, Full Time Position with Herkimer County DSS.
Salary:$51,862.00 (2024 base pay rate)
This position may be filled from a certified list of eligible candidates or with exception that a person may be eligible for promotion, transfer or reinstatement according to civil service rules.
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: A caseworker provides social work services for individuals and families, including children, to assist them with their economic, emotional, social and environmental difficulties and does related work as required. The work is performed under supervision, with in-service training provided through the agency's staff-development program. The caseworker, in consultation with the supervising worker, formulates and carries out plans to meet the individual needs of the cases assigned. Does related work as required
ACCEPTABLE TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: Graduation from a standard senior high school or the possession of a high school equivalency diploma issued by the New York State Education Department, plus;
Either-(A) Graduation from a recognized college or university after completion of a four-year course for which a Bachelors degree is granted;
Or-(B) Certification as a registered nurse, together with one year of full-time paid nursing experience.
Special Requirements:
1.Possession of a valid NYS Drivers License at the time of appointment. This license must be maintained and remain valid throughout the appointment. 2.Background checks are required prior to appointments in the Department of Social Services per Section 424-a of NYS Social Services Law (Statewide Central Register) and per Section 495 of NYS Social Services Law (Staff Exclusion List)
CONTACT
for further information: Timothy Seymour, Commissioner of Social Services
Herkimer County Department of Social Services
301 N. Washington Street, Ste 2110
Herkimer, NY 13350
315-867-1222