Social Welfare Examiner

Job overview

The Social Welfare Examiner is an onsite, full-time role in Cooperstown, NY. Compensation is $39,226–$46,236 per year. The position is in Otsego County’s Department of Social Services.

What you'll do

• Review applications and records, interview applicants, assess financial eligibility and available resources, prepare applicant budgets, explain eligibility decisions and program requirements, make eligibility redeterminations, recommend emergency grants as needed, and refer applicants to relevant agency services or specialists.
• Referrals for field investigation may be made when fraud is suspected.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

social welfare examiner

cooperstown ny

otsego county

department of social services

financial eligibility

public assistance

applicant interviews

case records

$39,226–$46,236 per year

full-time

onsite

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Minimum qualifications include an associate degree or higher, or a high school diploma/equivalent with specified relevant experience, or an equivalent combination. A background investigation may be required.

About the employer

Otsego County is hiring for this role. Industry: Other Individual and Family Services. Sector: 62.