What are the responsibilities and job description for the ELIGIBILITY WORKER IV - OAHU position at State of Hawai'i?
JOB
Recruitment Number 25-0017The immediate vacancy is located with the Benefit, Employment and Support Services Division (BESSD) in Downtown.Salary: $4,582 to $5,800 per month (SR-18, Step C to H).Note: Hiring rates will be based on availability of funds, the applicant's qualifications, and other relevant factors.A continuous recruitment may be closed at any time. The notice of the last day to file applications will be posted on the State of Hawaii's Civil Service Job Opportunities Listing page of our website.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
The Eligibility Worker positions are located within the Department of Human Services in the Benefit, Employment and Support Services Division (BESSD) and Med-QUEST Division (MQD).BESSD provides eligible clients with monthly benefits that supplement such essentials as food, clothing, and shelter. BESSD Eligibility Workers determine the initial and continuing eligibility of applicants/recipients for the financial assistance and supplemental nutrition assistance programs. MQD provides eligible low-income adults and children access to health and medical coverage through managed care plans. MQD Eligibility Workers determine the initial and/or on-going eligibility of applicants/recipients for the State's medical assistance programs.The Eligibility Worker IV position conducts internal reviews or validation studies of eligibility determinations; or serves as assistant supervisor of a large unit; and performs other related duties as assigned.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
The State of Hawai'i complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodations in completing an application, any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the selection process, please call 808-587-0936 for assistance.PUBLIC SERVICE LOAN FORGIVENESS (PSLF) PROGRAMThe PSLF Program is a federal program that is intended to encourage individuals to work in public service by forgiving the balance of their federal student loans. To qualify, the individual must have made 120 qualifying payments while employed by a qualifying employer. For more information, please click: https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/repay-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service ELECTRONIC NOTIFICATION TO APPLICANTSThe Department of Human Resources Development (HRD) will use electronic mail (email) to notify applicants of important information relating to the status and processing of their applications as part of our ongoing efforts to increase operational efficiency, promote the conservation of green resources, and minimize delays and costs.Please ensure that the email address and contact information you provide is current, secure, and readily accessible to you. We will not be responsible in any way if you do not receive our emails or fail to check your email-box in a timely manner. In addition, please be aware that you may no longer receive notification about applications submitted if you choose to disable the Job Application Emails feature in your Account Settings.TESTING INFORMATIONThe examination for this recruitment will be conducted on an unassembled basis where the examination score is based on an evaluation and rating of your education and experience. It is therefore important that your employment application provide a clear and detailed description of the duties and responsibilities of each position you held.In-person interviews and/or further testing in Hawaii may be required at the discretion of the hiring agency. If in-person interviews and/or further testing are required, applicants who meet the minimum qualification requirements and are referred to the vacancy must be available to participate in person and at their own expense in this phase of the selection process.Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications as soon as possible. In addition to employment availability and score, the referral of qualified applicants may be based upon other factors including date of receipt of the application.CLICK HERE for further information about Equal Employment Opportunity, the Merit Civil Service System, Citizenship and other requirements, Reasonable Accommodation, Veterans Preference, Examination Requirements, and the State Recruiting Office's Levels of Review.
Recruitment Number 25-0017The immediate vacancy is located with the Benefit, Employment and Support Services Division (BESSD) in Downtown.Salary: $4,582 to $5,800 per month (SR-18, Step C to H).Note: Hiring rates will be based on availability of funds, the applicant's qualifications, and other relevant factors.A continuous recruitment may be closed at any time. The notice of the last day to file applications will be posted on the State of Hawaii's Civil Service Job Opportunities Listing page of our website.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
The Eligibility Worker positions are located within the Department of Human Services in the Benefit, Employment and Support Services Division (BESSD) and Med-QUEST Division (MQD).BESSD provides eligible clients with monthly benefits that supplement such essentials as food, clothing, and shelter. BESSD Eligibility Workers determine the initial and continuing eligibility of applicants/recipients for the financial assistance and supplemental nutrition assistance programs. MQD provides eligible low-income adults and children access to health and medical coverage through managed care plans. MQD Eligibility Workers determine the initial and/or on-going eligibility of applicants/recipients for the State's medical assistance programs.The Eligibility Worker IV position conducts internal reviews or validation studies of eligibility determinations; or serves as assistant supervisor of a large unit; and performs other related duties as assigned.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
The State of Hawai'i complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodations in completing an application, any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the selection process, please call 808-587-0936 for assistance.PUBLIC SERVICE LOAN FORGIVENESS (PSLF) PROGRAMThe PSLF Program is a federal program that is intended to encourage individuals to work in public service by forgiving the balance of their federal student loans. To qualify, the individual must have made 120 qualifying payments while employed by a qualifying employer. For more information, please click: https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/repay-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service ELECTRONIC NOTIFICATION TO APPLICANTSThe Department of Human Resources Development (HRD) will use electronic mail (email) to notify applicants of important information relating to the status and processing of their applications as part of our ongoing efforts to increase operational efficiency, promote the conservation of green resources, and minimize delays and costs.Please ensure that the email address and contact information you provide is current, secure, and readily accessible to you. We will not be responsible in any way if you do not receive our emails or fail to check your email-box in a timely manner. In addition, please be aware that you may no longer receive notification about applications submitted if you choose to disable the Job Application Emails feature in your Account Settings.TESTING INFORMATIONThe examination for this recruitment will be conducted on an unassembled basis where the examination score is based on an evaluation and rating of your education and experience. It is therefore important that your employment application provide a clear and detailed description of the duties and responsibilities of each position you held.In-person interviews and/or further testing in Hawaii may be required at the discretion of the hiring agency. If in-person interviews and/or further testing are required, applicants who meet the minimum qualification requirements and are referred to the vacancy must be available to participate in person and at their own expense in this phase of the selection process.Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications as soon as possible. In addition to employment availability and score, the referral of qualified applicants may be based upon other factors including date of receipt of the application.CLICK HERE for further information about Equal Employment Opportunity, the Merit Civil Service System, Citizenship and other requirements, Reasonable Accommodation, Veterans Preference, Examination Requirements, and the State Recruiting Office's Levels of Review.
Salary : $4,582 - $5,800
