Description

The Scotland County Department of Social Services works to improve the wellbeing and safety of citizens' lives. As a part of the DSS team you will work with others who value Respect, Teamwork, Dependability, Accountability, Innovation, and Excellence. The Department provides flexible work scheduling and a full benefits package including medical insurance, vacation, paid holidays, and membership in the North Carolina retirement system.

The employee in this position is responsible for the total process of determining/redetermining applicant/client eligibility in a County Department of Social Services for an income maintenance program which includes the intake, processing, and review functions.

Examples of Duties

• This position is responsible for tasks such as the interviewing of clients to obtain required information, completing initial applications, verifying the information obtained, determining eligibility or completing scheduled program reviews;

• The employee in this position will explain program(s) requirements and options and advise or refer clients to other program services as appropriate;

• Performs other duties as assigned, which may include shelter duty;

• Read, analyze, and interpret rules, regulations and procedures;

• Communicate with clients/applicants, the public at large, and public officials to obtain data, and to explain and interpret rules, regulations and procedures;

• Perform caseworker functions within structured time frames;

• Instruct and to evaluate the work of lower level employees

Typical Qualifications

• One year of experience as an Income Maintenance Caseworker;

Or, an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Supplemental Information

• Criminal records check, drug screen, and references will be required for the successful candidate;

• Must possess and maintain a valid drivers license and reliable transportation;

• All applications will be reviewed and considered but not necessarily interviewed;

• In lieu of no qualified applicants, work against qualifying applicants may be considered at a lower salary of $32,646

• Resume in lieu of a completed application is not acceptable;

• High school diploma or college degree must be received from appropriately accredited institutions;

• Must attach a copy of your high school diploma or college degree to the online application;

• We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employerand E-Verify Participant.