INCOME MAINTENANCE CASEWORKER CASEWRKER II at Stokes County Government

Danbury, North Carolina, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

23 Sep, 26

Salary

63300.0

Posted On

25 Jun, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Eligibility Determination, Interviewing, Policy Interpretation, Case Management, Data Verification, Budget Preparation, Organizational Skills, Attention To Detail, Communication, Income Calculation

Industry

Description

Description GENERAL DESCRIPTION: This position is responsible for determining and/or redetermining eligibility for Public Assistance programs administered by the Department of Social Services. As well as other duties as assigned. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:Ability to read and comprehend rules and regulations and interpret vague and often changing policies and guidelines pertaining to eligibility programs; interview people of varied social, economic and educational backgrounds to obtain pertinent data and verify information in determining eligibility; learn the intricacies of numerous forms and procedures of the eligibility program and present information orally or in written form. An interest in and understanding the needs, problems and attitudes of disadvantaged people is a must. Knowledge of other human services and public assistance, particularly those programs that serve low-income and disabled persons. Possess qualities of patience and tolerance in adverse and frustrating conditions. Ability to meet stringent deadlines and produce positive results with limited resources in a stressful work environment. Visual attention to accuracy and detail of work, as well as analyzing and correctly entering computations for calculation of income and deductions and budget preparation is essential. The position must be efficient and have excellent organizational skills in order to work under pressure and maintain a current and ever-changing/increasing caseload. All applicants must complete a submit a State Application PD - 107 Requirements EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING:Graduation from high school and one year of experience as an Income Maintenance Caseworker I; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Note: Applicants who meet the education requirements but not the work experience requirement will be considered for trainee status or work against. All applicants must complete and submit a State Application PD - 107

Responsibilities

This position is responsible for determining and redetermining eligibility for Public Assistance programs administered by the Department of Social Services. The role involves interviewing diverse populations to obtain data and managing an ever-changing caseload.