Caseworker Trainee - Spanish Speaking-HELP Program - Office for the Aging
The Caseworker Trainee (Spanish Speaking) position involves providing entry-level professional social work services to individuals and families within Confidential Client's Office for the Aging. The role requires bilingual proficiency in Spanish and English to assess client needs, develop service plans, conduct home visits, and coordinate with various agencies to support vulnerable populations. This position offers comprehensive benefits and emphasizes diversity, inclusion, and community impact.
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Overview
This is an entry-level, bilingual Caseworker Trainee role supporting the HELP Program within the Office for the Aging. Under direct supervision, the trainee will perform limited professional social work duties for individuals and families, with a required proficiency in both Spanish and English. Continuous on-the-job training and frequent supervisory review are provided.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct intake interviews and identify client needs and available resources
- Review existing case records and contribute to service planning
- Make home visits to monitor implementation and effectiveness of services
- Maintain contact with families, community organizations, schools, and courts to gather information and coordinate care
- Assist with planning for child care, foster/adoption home studies, and referrals as appropriate
- Provide basic counseling to support clients and families in meeting goals
- Initiate court petitions where appropriate and assist with documentation
- Attend training sessions, staff meetings, and professional development activities
Minimum Qualifications & Requirements
- Graduation from an accredited college with a Bachelor’s degree
- Fluency in both Spanish and English is an essential, core function of this position
- Valid New York State driver’s license at the time of appointment and during employment
- Successful completion of a qualifying Spanish language examination
- This position is non-competitive and receives continuous supervision and training
- NOTE: Sponsorship is not available for this role; relocation assistance is not offered
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary: $62,327 per year
- Health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
- Pension plan
- Paid time off: vacation (starting accrual ~2 weeks), sick leave, personal days, and 13 paid holidays
- Regular work schedule to support work-life balance
- Opportunity for professional development and on-the-job training
Additional Details
- Employment type: Full-time (classification includes internship component as applicable)
- This role requires bilingual service delivery and regular public contact
- The trainee will work closely with professional supervisors; work is subject to review
- Confidential Client is committed to diversity, inclusion, and equitable practices in hiring and service delivery
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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