What are the responsibilities and job description for the Eligibility Worker (Human Services Specialist 3) position at Department of Human Services?
Initial Posting Date:
12/19/2024
Application Deadline:
01/05/2025
Agency:
Department of Human Services
Salary Range:
$3,776 - $5,232
Position Type:
Employee
Position Title:
Eligibility Worker (Human Services Specialist 3)
Job Description:
The
Oregon Department of Human Services
is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are guided by our Equity North Star
and our vision for a positive RiSE organizational culture
that advances equity and diversity. We encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQIA2S community members, and others to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.
Note: this position will receive a Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) increase of 6.55% which is not reflected in the salary listed in this posting. The effective date of the increase is January 1, 2025, for February 1, 2025, paychecks.
Opportunity awaits!
Looking for a rewarding career where you can work alongside a team of dedicated individuals to support Oregonians? This opportunity offers growth and the chance to positively impact lives.
As an Eligibility Worker, you will work in the Gold Beach Branch assisting Oregonians in-person. This position does not qualify for remote work.
Summary of Duties
As an Eligibility Worker (Human Services Specialist 3), you will:
- Perform eligibility determinations, redeterminations, periodic reviews, and updates to changes for ODHS, Oregon Health Authority (OHA), and Department of Early Learning and Care (DELC) programs.
- Interview applicants in person, by phone, by email to gather information needed to assess and determine if there is a need for services and benefits.
- Assessing client family strengths and needs, connecting families to other resources and programs.
- You will update narrative report summarizing new information from client and collateral sources, findings of home visit, and conclusions.
Learn more about our programs, as your work providing services will be through the
Oregon Eligibility Partnership
(OEP).
Minimum Qualifications
- Must possess a valid driver's license and acceptable driving record to use state vehicles. Reasonable accommodations per the ADA or creative solutions in certain cases may be used to meet this need.
- Two years of experience determining eligibility for an agency program by interviewing to assess the needs of clients and interpreting and applying the policies, rules, and guidelines applicable to the client's situation.
- An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience relative to the class concept.
Essential Attributes
We are looking for candidates with:
- Experience respectfully and compassionately working with people under emotional and/or financial stress and from a variety of cultures and backgrounds.
- Experience successfully prioritizing work and attending to detail.
- Experience working in the community and evaluating resources and services.
- Experience researching, interpreting, and applying policies and regulations in a work environment with frequently changing processes.
- Experience using time management, organization, and prioritization skills to meet deadlines.
Attention all candidates!
Clearly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications and essential attributes in your application or resume. Your application materials will determine if you are selected to move forward in the selection process. Please include detailed work and education history.
Working Conditions
- Work is conducted in offices and other program sites.
- Community outreach involves meeting Oregonians in public places, completing service intakes, and sharing resource information.
- May interact with clients who are experiencing emotional or financial hardship.
- May require sitting at a terminal or telephone for prolonged periods of the workday.
Background Checks and Requirements
- If selected as a finalist, we will conduct a criminal history and background check. Adverse criminal history or background check may lead to disqualification.Additional background check information.
- The Oregon Department of Human Services does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security’s I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States. ODHS will use E-Verify to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.
- Must possess a valid driver's license and acceptable driving record to use state vehicles. Reasonable accommodations per the ADA or creative solutions in certain cases may be used to meet this need.
Benefits
- ODHS Employee Resource Groupcommunities that promote shared learning.
- Cost of Living Adjustments.
- Annual salary increases (until you reach the top of the listed salary range).
- Amazingbenefits package.
- Possible eligibility for thePublic Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
Employment Preference
Veterans’ preference:
- Veterans’ preference information.
- How to submit your Veteran documents for preference. Please do not attach your Veterans’ preference documentation in the Resume/CV field of your application.
General Information
- This is a permanent, full-time position and is represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU).
- The salary listed is the non-PERS qualifying salary range. If the successful candidate is PERS qualifying, the salary range will reflect an additional 6.95%.
- This recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies in the same classification.
Contact Information
We invite you to contact the recruiter for accommodation requests under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), application questions or job-specific questions.
- The recruiter for this position is Yvette Medford. If you contact the recruiter, please include the job requisition number.
- Email:yvette.c.medford@odhs.oregon.gov
- Phone (call or text): 541-709-0306
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