Job Information
Washington County, NY CASEWORKER* in Fort Edward, New York
CASEWORKER*
WASHINGTON COUNTY
Caseworker *
Washington County Department of Social Services is currently seeking applications for Caseworker* positions.
This is an entry-level professional caseworker position involving responsibility for providing social work services for individuals and/or their families, including children, to assist them with their economic, emotional, social and environmental difficulties.
Some duties of the position:
Conducting face to face interviews with children and family members in their homes and/or in the community (i.e. schools, incarceration facilities, etc.)
Liaison with other community agencies that are working with and supporting the families’ needs in the areas of medical and mental health, substance abuse, domestic violence, sexual abuse and other existing conditions.
Detailed documentation of Casework activities.
Attendance and participation in Court proceedings as an advocate or witness.
Currently this is a Civil Service non-competitive position through the NYS HELPS Program.* - No Exam Required
*The NYS Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide (HELPS) Program temporarily removes the civil service exam requirement for specific health and human services titles across State and Local agencies. To be eligible for jobs in the NYS HELPS program, candidates must meet the minimum qualifications of the position and other conditions of employment. More information may be provided if you indicate interest in the position.
Minimum Qualifications : Bachelors’ Degree from a regionally accredited or New York State registered four-year college or university.
Special Requirement : Possession of a valid New York State Drivers' License at time of appointment.
Rate of Pay : $27.50/hour plus excellent benefits
See Attached Files for Job Description.
Qualified applicants should forward applications to:
Washington County Department of Social Services
383 Broadway, Fort Edward NY 12828
Or by email: nicole.martens@dfa.state.ny.us
Applications will be accepted until filled.
Washington County is an equal opportunity employer.
Miscellaneous Information:
Benefits with Full-Time Civil Service positions include: Paid Holidays, Vacation, Sick and Personal leave; NYS Retirement; Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance (shared cost); Voluntary participation in: Flexible Spending and Dependent Care Account options; Voluntary insurance options include: Short-Term Disability, Cancer/Specified Disease, Critical Illness, Accident, Hospital Confinement, Dental, Vision; Voluntary participation in NYS Deferred Compensation plan. Washington County is an equal opportunity employer.
Miscellaneous Information
Benefits with Full-Time Civil Service positions include: Paid Holidays, Vacation, Sick and Personal leave; NYS Retirement; Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance (shared cost); Voluntary participation in: Flexible Spending and Dependent Care Account options; Voluntary insurance options include: Short-Term Disability, Cancer/Specified Disease, Critical Illness, Accident, Hospital Confinement, Dental, Vision; Voluntary participation in NYS Deferred Compensation plan. Washington County is an equal opportunity employer.
Job Details
Job ID
CASEWORKER
Category
Employment Opportunities
Status
Open
Salary
$27.50/hour
Posted
February 18, 2026 8:00 AM
Closing
Open Until Filled
Attached Files
CASEWORKER