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Social Worker Assistant 1
New York State Job Services
Location : Staten Island, NY, 10301
Job Type : Full Time
Salary : $53764 to $68630 Annually
Date Posted : 1 December 2025
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Indicates whether if this vacancy posting is part of the NY HELPS Program.NY HELPYes
The agency in which the vacancy exists.AgencyMental Health, Office of
The job title for the vacancy.TitleSocial Worker Assistant 1 (NY HELPS), South Beach Psychiatric Center, P27164
The job title for the vacancy.Occupational CategoryHealth Care, Human/Social Services
The salary grade for this vacancy. Salaries are determined by salary grade and bargaining unit.Salary Grade14
The collective bargaining unit to which this vacancy is assigned.Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
The minimum and maximum of the salary range for this vacancy.Salary RangeFrom $53764 to $68630 Annually
Indicates whether this job is full-time or part-time. If the job is part-time, an estimated percentage will be provided.Employment TypeFull-Time
This indicates the type of job, typically permanent, temporary, or provisional. 'Provisional' means that the appointment will be temporary until the incumbent takes and passes an appropriate civil service examination.Appointment TypePermanent
Jurisdictional class is the indicator for how this job can be filled. The classified service is governed by the Civil Service Commission, and consists of competitive, non-competitive, exempt, and labor classes. 'Competitive class' indicates that the applicant must take and pass an appropriate civil service examination. 'Non-competitive class' indicates that the applicant's qualifications will be evaluated without a civil service examination. 'Exempt class' indicates that the applicant will be evaluated by methods other than competitive or non-competitive, and that incumbents will not be granted tenure. 'Labor class' requires that applicants possess skills or other physical characteristics that cannot effectively be evaluated by other means. The unclassified service is legislatively defined, and includes such positions as elected officials, department and agency heads, and all academic personnel in public schools, colleges, and universities.Jurisdictional ClassNon-competitive Class
Estimates the percentage of time incumbents of this vacancy will be required to travel.Travel Percentage0%
The duties that the incumbent of the vacancy will be expected to perform.Duties DescriptionSouth Beach Psychiatric Center is recruiting for Social Work Assistant 1 to provide case management and service coordination activities for individuals with mental illness. Candidates from outside or within State Service can apply.
As a Social Work Assistant 1 at South Beach Psychiatric Center, you will work with an interdisciplinary team and duties will include:
• Interviewing individuals and their families to gather background information
• Preparing case histories and determining eligibility for services
• Advocating and assisting individuals in identifying and obtaining services
The minimum qualifications required for this vacancy.Minimum QualificationsCandidates from outside or within State Service can be considered for hire under the Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement – Statewide (NY HELPS) program if they have a bachelor’s degree in a human service field and 1 year of social work experience.
Substitution: Master’s degree in social work can substitute for 1 year of specialized experience.
OR
Candidates from within State Service can be considered transfer to a competitive class position if they have one year of permanent competitive or 55-b/55-c service in a title eligible for transfer under Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law.
You must have a valid drives license and be able to drive a state vehicle.
Additional comments regarding the vacancy.Additional CommentsAll OMH employees receive a generous benefits package including:
• NYS medical, dental, & vision insurance
• Access to tuition assistance programs
• Excellent opportunities for advancement & professional growth
• Paid time off – 13 paid vacation days in the first year, 5 paid personal days, 13 paid holidays, & paid sick leave
• NYS Retirement programs
Background checks will be required.
This position is eligible for the Downstate Adjustment of $4,000.
NOTE:
1. In order to be eligible for appointment and to maintain employment, you cannot be listed as an excluded individual or entity on any of the Federal and/or State Medicaid and Medicare exclusion lists (or excluded from any other Federal or Federally assisted program). If you are appointed and subsequently listed as an excluded individual or entity on any of these lists (or excluded from any other Federal or Federally assisted program), you may be terminated from your employment.
2. If appointed, you may be required to become an enrolled Medicare provider; obtain and provide to your employer a National Provider Identifier (NPI) number issued by the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES); and otherwise actively participate to the degree necessary to allow for your services to be billed through Medicare and Medicaid. If you are appointed and lose the ability to bill through Medicare and Medicaid, you may be terminated from your employment.
Additional Comments:
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Freqently Asked Questions
Social Worker 1 professionals at South Beach Psychiatric Center engage directly with individuals and families, collecting vital background data and coordinating services. Their role supports mental health recovery by bridging clients with necessary resources, embodying a crucial link in the care continuum within Staten Island's community.
Strong interpersonal communication, case management, and eligibility assessment skills are key for Social Worker Assistant 1 roles. Candidates must navigate complex social service systems while advocating effectively for clients, demonstrating empathy and organization within New York State’s human services framework.
Starting as a Social Worker 1 can lead to advanced social work positions, including Social Worker 2 or specialized roles in mental health. With experience and further qualifications, professionals often move into supervisory or clinical social work, benefiting from New York’s structured civil service career ladders.
Yes, New York State Job Services provides structured benefits, stable funding, and professional development opportunities uncommon in private sectors. The public agency setting emphasizes comprehensive healthcare coverage and civil service protections, fostering a supportive environment for Social Worker Assistants.
Competition is moderate, influenced by the area's demand for mental health support staff and the appeal of state benefits. Applicants with a bachelor’s degree and relevant experience have an advantage, especially given the non-competitive class hiring pathway and local demand in Staten Island.
Staten Island’s unique demographic and mental health service needs shape hiring priorities, emphasizing community engagement and cultural competence. The borough’s suburban layout also impacts commute times and client accessibility, requiring Social Worker Assistants to adapt to diverse logistical challenges.
The Social Worker Assistant 1 position offers an annual salary ranging from $53,764 to $68,630, reflecting salary grade 14. Additionally, employees are eligible for a $4,000 downstate adjustment, making the total compensation competitive within Staten Island’s healthcare and social services sector.
Yes, a valid driver’s license is mandatory as Social Worker Assistants often travel locally to meet clients or attend interagency meetings. Driving a state vehicle facilitates efficient service coordination, especially important in Staten Island’s spread-out communities.
The agency mandates that Social Worker Assistants are not listed on exclusion lists and may require enrollment as Medicare providers with a national provider identifier. This compliance ensures uninterrupted billing ability and adherence to legal standards essential for continued employment.
Social Worker 1 positions focus on case management and service coordination within a clinical team, primarily addressing psychiatric care. Unlike broader social service roles, this job demands specialized knowledge in mental health and eligibility determination aligned with New York’s civil service classifications.
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