Community Service Worker (HELP Program)

About the role

The Jefferson County Department of Social Services is hiring Community Service Workers to assist staff and clients.

Responsibilities

• Perform supportive services related to the various programs administered by the department of Social Services.

Requirements

• Either: Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma.
• Special Requirement: Appointees may be required to possess a valid license to operate a motor vehicle in New York State or otherwise demonstrate their ability to meet the transportation needs of the job.

Qualifications

This is a Hiring Emergency Limited Placement (HELP) Program appointment. This is a non-competitive permanent appointment, and the Civil Service exam will be waived.

Skills

N/A

Benefits

• Excellent Fringe Benefits Include NYS Retirement.
• Deferred Compensation.
• Sick Leave.
• Paid Vacation.
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Comprehensive Health Plan, Including Vision.
• Dental Insurance.
• Flex Spending Account.
• Candidates may be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.

Pay

Salary Range: $20.28 - $23.91 per hour

Schedule

N/A

Benefits

• Excellent Fringe Benefits Include NYS Retirement.
• Deferred Compensation.
• Sick Leave.
• Paid Vacation.
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Comprehensive Health Plan, Including Vision.
• Dental Insurance.
• Flex Spending Account.
• Candidates may be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.

Contact Information

To apply, you may apply online via our Employment Portal at https://jefferson-portal.mycivilservice.com/ or by mailing a paper application to: Jefferson County Human Resources, 175 Arsenal Street, Watertown, NY 13601.