What are the responsibilities and job description for the Benefit Programs Specialist I - E/A Part-time position at Virginia Jobs?
Hiring Range : $20.14 to $24.88
Full Time or Part Time : Part Time
Additional Detail
Job Open Date : 1-17-2025
Job Close Date : 1-26-2025
Salary Range : $21.99 - $28.53 per hour for this Part-time position.
Job Description :
Under general supervision, performs technical duties in determining eligibility of applicants for assistance for the Energy Assistance Program administered by the City Social Services Department. Work involves interviewing applicants and explaining multiple benefit programs; assisting applicants in completing necessary forms; determining and advising applicants of eligibility for assistance.
Employee is also responsible for verifying that information received from applicants is correct and complete, detecting cases of fraud and reporting them, maintaining a variety of records and files. Employee must exercise considerable independent judgement, discretion andinitiative in completing assignments. Employee must also exercise considerable tact, courtesy, and discretion in frequent contact with program clients and applicants.
Minimum Qualifications :
- High School Diploma or equivalent, work experience in human services program eligibility or case management work; or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Preferred Qualifications :
Special Requirements :
Special Instructions to Applicants :
Applications are accepted online only through this posting. Only completed employment applications (complete with all periods of employment and unemployment, job duties, dates of employment, and job contact information) will be considered. This website will provide a confirmation receipt when the application is submitted for consideration.
Consideration for an interview is based solely on the information within the application.
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Contact Info : vdssjobs@suffolkva.us - Suffolk DSS,135 Hall Avenue Suite B, Suffolk, VA 23434
Salary : $22 - $29
