Social Work Assistant 2

NYS Office for People With Developmental Disabilities; New York (NY); On-site; USD 63,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

The NYS Office for People With Developmental Disabilities is seeking a Human Resources Specialist to manage caseloads, conduct assessments, and advocate for individuals with developmental disabilities. This entry-level position offers a competitive salary and a range of benefits, including health insurance and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Loan forgiveness

Paid holidays

Health insurance

Retirement

Professional development

Qualifications

• Two years of social work experience required.
• One year of service as a Social Work Assistant 1 for promotion.

Responsibilities

• Manage caseloads and link individuals with services.
• Conduct assessments and prepare case histories.
• Advocate for individuals' needs and rights.

Skills

Advocacy

Assessment

Counseling

Education

Bachelor's degree in a human services field

Master's degree in a human services field

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NYS Office for People With Developmental Disabilities provided pay range

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Base pay range

$63,361.00/yr - $80,655.00/yr

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Human Resources Specialist at NEW YORK STATE OPWDD

Duties Description

• Manage an assigned caseload to link individuals with agencies, programs, and services that meet their psychosocial needs.
• Conduct assessments with questionnaires, observations, and interviews to gather background information and prepare case histories.
• Serve as a member of a multidisciplinary team; present case management information and observations; contribute to developing and revising individualized service plans.
• Assist in and participate in individual, group, and family counseling sessions.
• Coordinate with human service agencies regarding available services and help develop new or needed services.
• Assist individuals with applying for services, completing paperwork, and conduct follow-up visits to ensure services meet their needs.
• Advocate for individuals' needs, ensuring they receive appropriate services and their rights are protected; promote effective utilization of resources.
• Prepare assessments, reports, letters, and maintain records.
• Schedule medical, dental, and clinical services for individuals.

Coordinate caseload management with multidisciplinary staff for individuals with complex disorders and disabilities; may supervise Social Work Assistants and care staff.

Minimum Qualifications

Promotion: one year of service as a Social Work Assistant 1.

Open Competitive: Bachelor's degree in a human services field and two years of social work experience.

Substitution: Master's degree in a human services field can substitute for one year of experience.

Additional Comments

This role is part of the NY HELPS program, allowing non-competitive appointment without an exam, with future conversion to permanent status.

Preference given to impacted OPWDD employees; all employees must maintain Medicare and Medicaid eligibility. Additional benefits include loan forgiveness, paid holidays, leave, health insurance, retirement, professional development, and inclusion initiatives.

Other Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Other
• Industry: Government Administration