Bilingual Caseworker Trainee (Spanish/English)

Suffolk AME; Hauppauge (NY); On-site; USD 56,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Pension

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Suffolk County is seeking a Caseworker Trainee (Spanish Speaking) in the Office for the Aging in Hauppauge, NY. This entry-level social work role requires fluency in Spanish and English and offers training under supervision as you develop professional skills.

You will review case records, plan services, conduct home visits, and coordinate with families, schools, and agencies to secure needed resources. Salary is $62,327 with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Fluency in Spanish and English essential.
• Valid New York State driver's license required.
• Qualifying Spanish language examination will be administered.

Responsibilities

• Attends on-the-job or training sessions and staff meetings to acquire essential knowledge of the profession.
• Reviews case records to formulate a plan of service and assess needs.
• Conducts home visits to monitor service delivery and outcomes.
• Identifies service needs via interviews and makes referrals as appropriate.
• Assists in planning for foster care, adoption, or day care homes as needed.
• Provides counseling to motivate families to increase capacity and confidence.

Skills

Spanish language

English language

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Suffolk County is seeking a Caseworker Trainee (Spanish Speaking) in the Office for the Aging in Hauppauge, NY. This entry-level social work role requires fluency in Spanish and English and offers training under supervision as you develop professional skills.

You will review case records, plan services, conduct home visits, and coordinate with families, schools, and agencies to secure needed resources. Salary is $62,327 with competitive benefits.