Genesee County Assistance Payments Worker 8-11

$48,526 - $70,658/Yr

Calhoun County Assistance Payments Worker 8-11 - Flint, MI

Full-time - Entry Level

Remote - Flint, MI

About the position

The Eligibility Specialist role is designed to strengthen Michigan families by ensuring they receive the appropriate public assistance they are eligible for. This position involves assessing the needs of individuals and families, providing them with necessary information, making referrals to relevant agencies, and guiding them towards self-sufficiency. The specialist will also communicate the expectations and goals of the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) to families.

Responsibilities

• Ensure that each person/family applying for public assistance receives the appropriate type and level of assistance.
• Assess the needs of each person/family and provide appropriate information and referrals to agencies.
• Provide families with information about the expectations and goals of MDHHS.
• Encourage and guide families in their efforts to become self-supporting.

Requirements

• Education and experience in a relevant field (specific requirements not detailed).
• Ability to assess needs and provide appropriate referrals and information.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience working with public assistance programs.
• Knowledge of community resources available for families.

Benefits

• Health, mental health, dental, and vision insurance for employees and their families.
• Life insurance benefit of two times the employee's annual salary (up to $200,000).
• Long-term disability insurance.
• 401(k) and 457 retirement plans with state contributions and matching.
• Vacation and sick leave ranging from 15 to 35 personal days and 13 sick days per year.
• Paid parental leave of 12 weeks after birth or adoption.
• Paid holidays including New Year's, Memorial Day, Thanksgiving, and more.
• Annual longevity bonuses for employees with five years of service.
• Military pay differential for employees in the guard or reserves.
• Tax-advantaged programs including FSA and HSA.
• Student loan forgiveness programs available for qualifying employees.
• Tuition reduction programs at some colleges and universities for employees and their families.
• Professional development reimbursement of up to $2,000 per year for education and training.