What are the responsibilities and job description for the Account Clerk I (Budget Counselor) - PT position at COUNTY OF BROWN?
JOB REQUIREMENTS: Job Summary Perform advanced, specialized financial
support for clients on your case load and complex clerical work; in
addition to providing coordination and consultation to case managers,
Social Security Administration and support staff. This work requires
independent judgment, initiative and bookkeeping/budgeting knowledge
while completing work accurately and on a timely basis. Essential Duties
Provide ongoing budget counseling to adults, within the guidelines set
forth by the Social Security Administration, for the chronically
mentally ill (CMI), alcohol and other drug addiction (AODA), and
Long-Term Care clients Problem solve daily with clients and their
advocates regarding budget issues and other concerns Prepare,
distribute, order and/or verify client funds and monthly expenditures
per the budget established for the client Provide Social Security,
clients and other agencies with financial information to update
documents/systems in order to maintain client\'s eligibility for
services and benefits Verify client benefits they are eligible for are
received; communicate with appropriate agency if there is a need to
apply for additional benefits Analyze and interpret information of a
complex nature pertaining to the Health and Human Services Department
Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with both internal
and external customers in person, via phone, email and in writing
Gather/organize client financial information to assist with income tax
and Wisconsin Homestead Credit preparation for the client Keep current
on pertinent county, state, and federal regulations, which pertain to
the Representative Payee Program Ability to follow complex oral and
written instructions in order to fulfill the duties of the position
Responsible to request payments via online banking as needed Responsible
to keep an accurate payment register in required software Responsible to
arrange for deposits intoclient accounts Obtain information from various
sources internally and externally in order to complete forms, documents,
records, etc. Maintain spreadsheets as needed for the department or for
client information Maintain accurate and complete client information
Assist and back up other team members and/or departments as required
Adhere to the confidentiality policy of the department in addition to
Federal and State privacy laws Annually update/maintain job process and
duties Attend required meetings/trainings and those recommended by
Supervisor NON-ESSENTIAL DUTIES: Perform related functions as assigned
for Human Services MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT USED: General office
equipment Computer PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Lifting 30 pounds maximum with
frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 20 pounds
Intermittent standing, walking and sitting; occasional driving Using
hand(s) for repetitive single grasping, fine manipulation, pushing and
pulling, and operating controls Occasional bending, twisting, squatting,
climbing, reaching, and grappling Communicating orally in a clear manner
Distinguishing sounds at various frequencies and volumes Distinguishing
people or objects at varied distance under a variety of light conditions
Brown County is an E-Verify employer. Click the links below for more
information.
https://www.browncountywi.gov/i/f/files/Human-Resources/E-Verify Participation Poster(1).pdf
(Download PDF reader)
https://www.browncountywi.gov/i/f/files/Human-Resources/IER Right to Work Poster.pdf
(Download PDF reader) \*\*\*\*\* OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS:
Knowledge of various possible benefits for clients Knowledge of general
office practices and skill in the application of those practices
Knowledge of and ability to utilize a computer, online payment
applications and the required software Knowledge of accounting/budgeting
Ability to operate standard office equipment Ability to perform full
data entry functions at a rate of 80 net ke strokes per minute Ability
to follow complex oral and written instructions Ability to make basic
arithmetic calculations Ability to learn and apply specialized knowledge
and skills of the department Ability to assume responsibility and work
independently Ability to maintain emotional stability in stress
situations Ability to establish and maintain effective working
relationships with staff and the public Ability to maintain records and
reports accurately Ability to maintain the confidential nature of client
and business information Ability to work the required hours of the
position \*\*\*\*\* APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online:
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/browncounty
support for clients on your case load and complex clerical work; in
addition to providing coordination and consultation to case managers,
Social Security Administration and support staff. This work requires
independent judgment, initiative and bookkeeping/budgeting knowledge
while completing work accurately and on a timely basis. Essential Duties
Provide ongoing budget counseling to adults, within the guidelines set
forth by the Social Security Administration, for the chronically
mentally ill (CMI), alcohol and other drug addiction (AODA), and
Long-Term Care clients Problem solve daily with clients and their
advocates regarding budget issues and other concerns Prepare,
distribute, order and/or verify client funds and monthly expenditures
per the budget established for the client Provide Social Security,
clients and other agencies with financial information to update
documents/systems in order to maintain client\'s eligibility for
services and benefits Verify client benefits they are eligible for are
received; communicate with appropriate agency if there is a need to
apply for additional benefits Analyze and interpret information of a
complex nature pertaining to the Health and Human Services Department
Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with both internal
and external customers in person, via phone, email and in writing
Gather/organize client financial information to assist with income tax
and Wisconsin Homestead Credit preparation for the client Keep current
on pertinent county, state, and federal regulations, which pertain to
the Representative Payee Program Ability to follow complex oral and
written instructions in order to fulfill the duties of the position
Responsible to request payments via online banking as needed Responsible
to keep an accurate payment register in required software Responsible to
arrange for deposits intoclient accounts Obtain information from various
sources internally and externally in order to complete forms, documents,
records, etc. Maintain spreadsheets as needed for the department or for
client information Maintain accurate and complete client information
Assist and back up other team members and/or departments as required
Adhere to the confidentiality policy of the department in addition to
Federal and State privacy laws Annually update/maintain job process and
duties Attend required meetings/trainings and those recommended by
Supervisor NON-ESSENTIAL DUTIES: Perform related functions as assigned
for Human Services MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT USED: General office
equipment Computer PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Lifting 30 pounds maximum with
frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 20 pounds
Intermittent standing, walking and sitting; occasional driving Using
hand(s) for repetitive single grasping, fine manipulation, pushing and
pulling, and operating controls Occasional bending, twisting, squatting,
climbing, reaching, and grappling Communicating orally in a clear manner
Distinguishing sounds at various frequencies and volumes Distinguishing
people or objects at varied distance under a variety of light conditions
Brown County is an E-Verify employer. Click the links below for more
information.
https://www.browncountywi.gov/i/f/files/Human-Resources/E-Verify Participation Poster(1).pdf
(Download PDF reader)
https://www.browncountywi.gov/i/f/files/Human-Resources/IER Right to Work Poster.pdf
(Download PDF reader) \*\*\*\*\* OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS:
Knowledge of various possible benefits for clients Knowledge of general
office practices and skill in the application of those practices
Knowledge of and ability to utilize a computer, online payment
applications and the required software Knowledge of accounting/budgeting
Ability to operate standard office equipment Ability to perform full
data entry functions at a rate of 80 net ke strokes per minute Ability
to follow complex oral and written instructions Ability to make basic
arithmetic calculations Ability to learn and apply specialized knowledge
and skills of the department Ability to assume responsibility and work
independently Ability to maintain emotional stability in stress
situations Ability to establish and maintain effective working
relationships with staff and the public Ability to maintain records and
reports accurately Ability to maintain the confidential nature of client
and business information Ability to work the required hours of the
position \*\*\*\*\* APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online:
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/browncounty