The City of Williamsburg Human Services Department is looking for a qualified candidate to fill the position of Eligibility Specialist. This position is responsible for performing a range of eligibility functions that pertain to Virginia Department of Social Services Benefit Programs, including intakes, ongoing reviews, and referrals to other services. Benefit Programs include Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program [SNAP], Medicaid, Temporary Assistance for Needy Families [TANF], VIEW, Energy Assistance. Other programs as assigned may include Long-term Care, Auxiliary Grants [AG], Child Care and Fraud Prevention. All positions are cross-trained, as needed, and workers may assume coordinating responsibilities.
Qualifications:
Education and Experience:
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High school diploma supplemented with additional training and related work experience OR any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
Special Qualifications:
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Valid Virginia Driver’s License or obtain within 90 days
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Acceptable Criminal history, Child protective services and DMV background checks
Preferred Qualifications:
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Strong background in accounting
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Prior work experience in financial assistance programs sufficient to determine/re-determine eligibility for benefits.
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Spanish, bi-lingual, skills with a competency to translate benefit program details.
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** Please do not submit a City of Williamsburg application. Please use the hyperlink above to apply. City of Williamsburg applications are not accepted for this position. **
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The City of Williamsburg is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.