Casework Assistant
| Company | Suffolk County |
|---|---|
| Location | Long Island, New York, USA |
| Salary | $38369 – $38369 |
| Type | Full-Time |
| Degrees | Associate’s |
| Experience Level | Entry Level/New Grad, Junior |
Requirements
- Graduation from a college with federally-authorized accreditation or registration by New York State with an Associate’s Degree.
- Some knowledge of federal, state and public welfare laws, programs and operations of the courts
- A basic understanding of principles and practices of social casework
- Ability to deal effectively and objectively with individuals of diverse socio-economic backgrounds and culture
- Ability to exercise sound judgement within the framework of agency regulations in unexpected crisis situations
- Ability to summarize pertinent facts and observations both orally and in writing
- Ability to navigate different computer programs
- Ability to follow oral and written instructions
- Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.
Responsibilities
- Provides Caseworker with information (e.g., family progress, conflicts, interactions) gathered during supervised visits
- Transports children and or parent/guardian to and from supervised visitations
- Responsible for contacting family members to determine the location of supervised visit
- Enters pertinent information into computer systems
- Updates case records with information gathered during supervised visits
- May retrieve children from other jurisdictions
- May testify in court when necessary
- Provides supervision and coaching during parent-child visits.
Preferred Qualifications
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No preferred qualifications provided.