Licensed Master Social Worker (NY HELPS)

NY HELP YesAgency Children & Family Services, Office ofTitle Licensed Master Social Worker (NY HELPS)Occupational Category Health Care, Human / Social ServicesSalary Grade 20Bargaining Unit PS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)Salary Range From $72032 to $91381 AnnuallyEmployment Type Full-TimeAppointment Type PermanentJurisdictional Class Competitive ClassTravel Percentage 0%Workweek VariableHours Per Week 40WorkdayFrom 12 AMTo 11 : 30 PMFlextime allowed? NoMandatory overtime? NoCompressed workweek allowed? NoTelecommuting allowed? NoCounty TompkinsStreet Address Finger Lakes Residential Center250 Auburn RoadCity LansingState NYZip Code 14882Duties Description Function as a member of an interdisciplinary treatment team in providing a full range of social work services for at-risk youth in a variety of settings. Handle complex issues and exercise independent professional judgment in performing those duties. May be required to supervise and train staff.Additional duties will be discussed in detail during the interview.Minimum Qualifications Open to the Public : This title is part of the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide Program (NY HELPS).

• The minimum qualifications through the NY HELPS are : License and current registration as a Licensed Master Social Worker in New York State.Must maintain a valid New York State license and registration.Additional Comments NY HELPS
• For the duration of the NY HELPS Program, this title may be filled via a non- competitive appointment, which means no examination is required but all candidates must meet the minimum qualifications of the title for which they apply. At this time, agencies may recruit and hire employees by making temporary appointments. At a future date (within one year of permanent appointment), it is expected employees hired under NY HELPS will have their non-competitive employment status converted to competitive status, without having to compete in an examination. Employees will then be afforded with all of the same rights and privileges of competitive class employees of New York State. While serving permanently in a NY HELPS title, employees may take part in any promotion examination for which they are qualified.Please specify in your cover letter or resume how you meet the minimum qualifications (as described above) when responding to this posting. For example, you should provide specific date ranges for qualifying experience, qualifying education or certifications. Non-specific submissions may be disqualified from further consideration if the information you provide does not meet the minimum qualificationsBackground Investigation Requirements : 1) All prospective employees will be investigated through a Criminal Background Check (CBC), which includes State and federal Criminal History Record Checks. All convictions must be reported; conviction of a felony or misdemeanor, or any falsified or omitted information on the prospective appointee’s employment application, may bar appointment or result in removal after appointment. Each case will be determined on its own merits, consistent with the applicable provisions of State and federal laws, rules, and regulations. Prospective employees will be fingerprinted in order to obtain a record of their criminal history information, and may be required to pay any necessary fees. 2) All prospective employees will be screened against the Statewide Central Register of Child Abuse and Maltreatment (SCR). Prospective employees will be required to pay any necessary fees. 3) For Division of Juvenile Justice and Opportunities for Youth (DJJOY) prospective appointees will be checked against the Staff Exclusion List (SEL) maintained by the Justice Center for the Protection of People with Special Needs. Prospective employees whose names appear on the SEL as having been found responsible for serious or repeated acts of abuse or neglect will be barred from appointment and may have their names removed from the eligible list(s) for the title(s) if applicable. The Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) is an equal opportunity employer. OCFS does not discriminate based upon age, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, military or veteran status, sex, disability (including pregnancy-related conditions), predisposing genetic characteristics, familial status, marital status or status as a victim of domestic violence, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We devote special attention to dismantling racial injustice and recognize that diversity in our workforce is critical to fulfilling our mission. We are committed to the diversity of our staff, and encourage applicants from marginalized communities to apply. In furtherance of Executive Order 31 and OCFS’s mission to have a diverse workforce, all people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. All applicants must be dedicated to working in and sustaining an environment of inclusion that affirms and celebrates the backgrounds, learned and lived expertise, whole identities, and individual perspectives of our staff. Applicants of all backgrounds and experiences are encouraged to self-identify during the application process.Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.Name New York State Office of Children and Family ServicesTelephone 518-473-7936Fax 518-473-6122Email Address eoajobpostings@ocfs.ny.govAddressStreet Bureau of Personnel - ERS52 Washington Street, 231 NorthCity RensselaerState NYZip Code 12144Notes on Applying Qualified candidates should e-mail their resume and letter of interest to eoajobpostings@ocfs.ny.gov You MUST include the Vacancy number of the position in the subject line of your email and / or cover letter to ensure receipt of your application. In order to qualify you for the position when you have current or prior New York State employment, you may be contacted by OCFS Personnel for your social security number to confirm your employment history.

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