Casework Assistant

The Department of Social Services is seeking a Casework Assistant to support the Family and Children's Services division. This role involves performing paraprofessional duties, including supportive service functions associated with the implementation and delivery of agency programs and services.

• Assist professional Caseworkers in the facilitation and supervision of visitation between children and their parent/guardian.
• Provide information to Caseworkers on family progress, conflicts, and interactions gathered during supervised visits.
• Transport children and/or parent/guardian to and from supervised visitations.
• Enter pertinent information into computer systems and update case records.
• May testify in court when necessary.

• Graduation from a college with federally-authorized accreditation or registration by New York State with an Associate's Degree.
• One (1) year of permanent competitive status as a Community Service Worker or Community Service Worker (Spanish Speaking).

• Full Medical for member and qualifying dependents through Suffolk County Employee Medical Health Plan.
• Tuition reimbursement available for work-related continued education.
• Flexible Spending Account (employee contribution) for Dependent Care and Health Expenses.
• 1 3 Calendar year holidays.
• Vacation Time: 10 days annually, earned at the rate of 2.75 per pay period, with a maximum of 30 days per year.
• Sick Time: 13 days annually, earned at the rate of 1/2 day per pay period, with no maximum rollover.
• Personal Leave: 4 days annually, with 7.5 hours on the first day and one additional day every quarter.