{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"5fa186033485d23e3dabc4fa","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/5fa186033485d23e3dabc4fa","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/5fa186033485d23e3dabc4fa","title":"Caseworker Trainee -HELP Program","description":"Caseworker Trainee - HELP ProgramThere is no exam requirement for this role at this time.\r\nDistinguishing Features of the ClassUnder direct supervision, an employee in this class performs entry-level professional social work for individuals and families. Trainees receive continuous on-the-job training while performing duties of a limited professional nature. The incumbent works closely with professional supervisors, and all work is subject to review through frequent consultation and examination of work performed.\r\nDoes related work as required.\r\nTypical Work ActivitiesAttends on-the-job or special training sessions and participates in conferences and regular staff meetings;\r\nStudies and reviews literature and other materials related to casework to systematically acquire essential knowledge of the profession;\r\nReviews existing case records for available information for use in formulating a plan of service;\r\nStudies the background and need for care of children referred, securing information from the child, the family, relatives, schools churches, family courts and the agencies;\r\nPeriodically reviews cases for possible revision of service plan; may make home visits to monitor the implementation and the effectiveness of services provided;\r\nHelps to establish and maintain contact with individuals, families and organizations to assess needed services and to determine resources available;\r\nAssists in planning, with parents and relatives, for the care of children and reestablishment of the home;\r\nIdentifies the need for services through interviews with clients and makes referrals where appropriate;\r\nAssists in assessing the need for foster care, performs home studies for adoption, foster care or day care homes;\r\nProvides counseling to motivate the individual or family to increase its own capacity, potential and confidence in its ability to meet stated goals;\r\nInitiates court petitions as appropriate to case assessment.\r\nBenefits for You Now and Your FutureHealth Insurance: Suffolk offers a comprehensive health insurance plan, including medical, dental, and vision coverage\r\nPension\r\nPaid Time Off: Vacation (2 weeks to start) is accrued based on length of service; sick leave allows employees to take time off for illness without sacrificing pay; personal days can be used for a variety of reasons; and thirteen (13) paid holidays.\r\nWork-Life Balance: County jobs offer regular working hours, reducing the need for overtime or irregular shifts. This helps employees maintain a good work-life balance.\r\nOverall, county government jobs offer a combination of competitive benefits and job security, making them an attractive option for many job seekers.\r\nAdditional Position Locations: Smithtown, Ronkonkoma and Riverhead\r\nTraining Requirements: This position requires seven (7) non-consecutive weeks of training in Albany, NY\r\nStarting Salary $62,327\r\nThis position does not offer relocation assistance at this time\r\nSponsorship is not available for this role\r\nMinimum Qualifications\r\nGraduation from a college with federally-authorized accreditation or registration by NY State with a Bachelor's Degree.\r\nNecessary Special Requirement\r\nAt the time of appointment and during employment in this title, employees must possess a valid license to operate a motor vehicle in New York State.\r\nSuffolk County's Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion & Equity:\r\nOur focus is to promote, support, and implement the County-wide diversity and inclusion strategic plan.\r\nWe achieve results in all our responsibilities through the use of diversity and inclusion best practices.\r\nWe maintain a familiarity with Diversity & Inclusion trends and best practices.\r\nSuffolk County is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, disability that can be reasonably accommodated without undue hardship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, citizenship, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status.","company":"Suffolk County","rawCompany":"suffolk county","city":"Ronkonkoma","state":"NY","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-04-09T08:14:35.561Z","occupations":[{"code":"21-1093.00","title":"Social and Human Service Assistants","slug":"social-and-human-service-assistants"},{"code":"21-1021.00","title":"Child, Family, and School Social Workers","slug":"child-family-and-school-social-workers"},{"code":"21-1099.00","title":"Community and Social Service Specialists, All Other","slug":"community-and-social-service-specialists-all-other"}],"industries":[{"code":"624190","title":"Other Individual and Family Services","slug":"other-individual-and-family-services"},{"code":"921190","title":"Other General Government Support","slug":"other-general-government-support"},{"code":"922190","title":"Other Justice, Public Order, and Safety Activities","slug":"other-justice-public-order-and-safety-activities"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Caseworker Trainee -HELP Program","description":"Caseworker Trainee - HELP ProgramThere is no exam requirement for this role at this time.\r\nDistinguishing Features of the ClassUnder direct supervision, an employee in this class performs entry-level professional social work for individuals and families. 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