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Hiring Range: $57,646 to $106,042
Full Time or Part Time: Full Time
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About Us
Henrico County, a progressive employer of choice, provides job seekers with the promise of fair and competitive compensation; a close-knit atmosphere with low employee turnover; and a benefits package that helps secure financial stability.
Established in 1611, Henrico County has deep historical roots. Henrico County borders the City of Richmond to the west, north and east and constitutes approximately a third of the Richmond metropolitan areas. Henrico County is among the top-rated counties in the nation and was one of the first localities to adopt the County Manager Form of Government. Citizens of Henrico County are represented by an elected Board of Supervisors representing five magisterial districts.
Henrico County General Government currently has more than 30 agencies. Department Heads are appointed by the County Manager, with the exception of the elected constitutional officers. Henrico County is an equal opportunity employer and, when you join us, you will be surrounded by fellow associates who come from all walks of life, all types of cultural backgrounds and all ages.
General Statement of Duties
Closing Date: This position closes on Monday, April 29, 2024.
Determines initial and continuing eligibility of economically disadvantaged individuals and families for the full range of federal, state and local public assistance, services and benefit programs; manages a full caseload, including cases requiring advanced program knowledge; completes interviews and assessments of clients to identify appropriate programs and assistance to aid in their effort to achieve a self-sufficiency; serves as a resource to other Human Services Specialist and services staff; routinely exercises independent judgment to make accurate determinations and recommendations for complex eligibility and services, especially as related to evaluation of socioeconomic factors influencing eligibility; does related work as required.
Essential Duties
Determines initial and continuing eligibility of individuals and families for the full range of federal, state and local public assistance benefit programs (SNAP, Medicaid, TANF, General Relief, Refugee, Energy, LTC including Auxilary Grants). Manages a full caseload, completes interviews and assessments of clients to identify appropriate programs and assistance. Routinely exercises independent judgment to interpret Federal, State and Local policies to make accurate eligibility determinations.
Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws governing public assistance (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, Temporary Assistance to Needy Families Program, Medicaid Program) and fluency in Spanish is desired.
OR: Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities
This position may be underfilled at a Human Services Specialist III, depending on the qualifications of the successful applicant.
May require a valid driver's license to perform assigned duties at various locations.
Central registry check and criminal history record check & fingerprinting are conducted on all persons conditionally offered employment, including a conditional offer of initial employment, or a conditional offer to promote, demote, or laterally transfer
Minimum Qualifications
Possession of a four (4) year degree in a relevant human services field of study and four (4) years of relevant work experience in various federal, state and local public assistance and benefit programs, including handling more complex cases and full caseloads; OR, any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Additional Information
This position may be filled as a Human Services Specialist III, depending on the qualifications of the successful applicant and the needs of the department at the time of hire.
Salary range: $52,486 - $96,551.
Human Services III minimum qualifications: Four (4) year degree in a relevant human services field of study; Prior relevant work experience in human services programs preferred; OR: Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities
May require a valid driver's license to perform assigned duties at various locations.
Central registry check and criminal history record check & fingerprinting are conducted on all persons conditionally offered employment, including a conditional offer of initial employment, or a conditional offer to promote, demote, or laterally transfer an employee.
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Full Time
$56k-72k (estimate)
11/03/2023
05/02/2024