What are the responsibilities and job description for the Eligibility Examiner I (HELPS) position at Albany County Department of Social Services?
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DEPARTMENT: Albany County Department of Social Services
SALARY: $44,105
WORK LOCATION & HOURS: 162 Washington Ave, Albany, NY 12210,
8:30A-4:30P M-F
BENEFITS:
- Paid Time-Off
- Tuition Reimbursement
- NYS Retirement
- Health, Dental, Vision and Hearing
- Employee Assistance Program
DESCRIPTION:
Albany County Department of Social Services is seeking applications to fill Eligibility Examiner I vacancies in Reception, Temporary Assistance, Employment/Daycare and Fair Hearings, SNAP/HEAP and Medicaid Divisions. This is an entry-level worker who learns the basic state eligibility criteria to determine eligibility of applicants seeking Public Assistance, Medicaid, Food Stamp and/or HEAP benefits. This level Examiner under-goes intensive training to develop the necessary skills in applying the appropriate knowledge, skills and abilities in these several programs which are needed in addressing a client’s eligibility for assistance as well as in providing direction in methods necessary for the client to become self-sufficient. The work requires a comprehensive review and evaluation of applications, records and documents obtained from the applicant and col-lateral sources. This position requires in-person interviews with clients.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: EITHER:
- Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university with at least an Associate’s degree; OR,
- Graduation from High School or possession of a GED and two (2) years of experience in examining, investigating, or evaluating claims for public assistance or benefits against a set of established criteria.
Please submit transcripts and three professional references with this application.
Candidates will not have to take an exam for this title. This is a Hiring Emergency Limited Placement (HELP) Program-designated title. The HELP Program is a temporary program designed to help local government employers address current staffing issues. Traditionally, the titles filled under the HELP Program required job candidates to compete in a competitive exam to be considered for employment. For the duration of the program, this title will be classified as non-competitive and categorized as a “HELP Program” position. At the close of the program, this position will revert to competitive class status. Employees occupying positions filled through the HELP Program will be granted competitive class status without the need to participate in a competitive exam.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $44,105.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $44,105