Nationality Worker - Spanish Speaking - Delaware

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS:

The work involves responsibility for establishing and maintaining lines of communication between students of different cultural backgrounds, their parents, school administrators, and teachers in order to accomplish the goals of meeting special educational and culturally related academic needs. An employee in this class ensures the academic success of students by providing guidance, assistance and instruction, without compromising their cultural identity. The work involves the application of social service techniques and the exercise of judgment in evaluating facts and making recommendations. Considerable leeway is allowed for the exercise of independent judgment in planning and executing assigned tasks. Does related work as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES:

• Interviews persons seeking assistance.
• Assists persons in the solution of personal, family finance, and other problems.
• Assists teachers and others in developing an awareness of the needs of students.
• Communicates regularly with parents and families of students.
• Contacts various agencies, such as the Social Services Department, Health Department and clinics,
• Police Department, Probation Department, Courts and Hospitals, to provide necessary aid.
• Cooperates with various agencies in dealing with non‑English speaking people.
• Fills out and types naturalization applications, income tax returns and various other government forms.
• Acts as interpreter for non‑English speaking people.
• Assists in youth group work.
• Prepares case records and periodic reports.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS:

• Good knowledge of and ability in the use of the English language.
• Working knowledge of case work methods.
• Working knowledge of laws and regulations pertaining to public welfare and assistance.
• Ability to read, write, speak and interpret the foreign language required for the position.
• Ability to establish and maintain harmonious relationships with others.
• Ability to speak and write in a clear and concise manner.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Two (2) years of work experience, or its part time equivalent, in work where the duties involve meeting and dealing with public or specific groups of individuals or students. SPECIAL NECESSARY REQUIREMENT: Ability to read, write, speak and interpret the foreign language required for the position. WORKING HOURS: Working hours will vary depending on location. This position is non-exempt, overtime pay is entitled when available. SALARY/COMPENSATION: The current starting salary for this position is $23.05 per hour, per the Unit 9 contractual agreement. SPECIAL NECESSARY REQUIREMENT: Ability to read, write, speak and interpret the foreign language required for the position. The Onondaga County Civil Service job description can be viewed by clicking here.