Eligibility/Referral Specialist 2 *Grant Funded - PCN #13036

Eligibility/Referral Specialist 2 *Grant Funded

Employment Services Division

Job Location: Chillicothe, OH

Probationary Rate: $15.90

Post Probationary Rate: $16.85

Probationary Period: 180-365 days

Pay Range: $15.90-$23.28

Internal Applicants: Refer to the compensation policy.

External Applicants: Pay is negotiable based on like work experience and education.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Exhibits regular & predictable attendance.

Conducts initial overview and assessment of individuals who are applying for or those enrolled in the Ohio Works First, SNAP E&T, WIOA Adult & Youth, and TANF CCMEP Programs. Determines self-sufficiency contracts with participants; assists with PRC; assists OhioMeansJobs customers with employment related searches (e.g., interview individuals in the office &/or on phone; requests & accepts required documentation; provides job search & readiness information (e.g.: labor market data; resume techniques; interviewing skills; salary negotiations; internet job searching & community & partner resources); data enters information; inquiries into exchange systems to verify information; makes appropriate referrals to overcome employment barriers; notifies re: rights & responsibilities; determines program eligibility & authorizes or denies; provides appropriate notices; assists with resume development & creation of cover letters).

Maintains files & records as instructed of such activity in written & electronic form. Prepares responses to Quality Assurance findings; gathers information & makes referrals to Benefit Recovery Unit for suspected program fraud &/or over/underpayments; represents agency at county conferences, state hearings & in court (e.g., attends conference or hearing, presents evidence &/or testimony); completes required forms (e.g.: appeal summaries). Maintains ongoing caseload of customers in participation in work activities. Reviews ongoing eligibility & participation & assigns program sanctions or terminates benefits for customers outside of compliance with program rules & regulations.

Attends & assists with the setup of Job Fairs & provides the same services to attendees. Attends rapid response sessions, conferences, meetings & training as assigned.

NON.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Any other duties as assigned by director or designee.

• This is a grant position, which is funded entirely, or in part, from sources outside the regular State and Federal allocations for South Central Ohio Job & Family Services. In the case of decreased, or eliminated funding, grant funded positions and employment are subject to end. Impacted individual(s) may or may not be eligible for other positions in the agency.

Minimum Qualifications:

• One year of experience as an Eligibility/Referral Specialist 1, 30121.
• Or two years experience as Unit Support Worker 2, 30112.
• Or completion of undergraduate major core coursework in behavioral science, social science or education, one course or six months experience in interviewing techniques, and one course or six months experience in typing, keyboarding, or word processing.
• Or completion of two years of technical education in behavioral science or social science, one course or six months experience in interviewing techniques, and one course or six months experience in typing, keyboarding, or word processing.
• Or two courses or one year of experience in behavioral science, social science, or customer service techniques, one course or six months experience in business mathematics, one course or six months experience in business English, one course or six months experience in interviewing techniques, and one course or six months experience in typing, keyboarding or word processing.
• Or education, training and/or experience in an amount equal to the Minimum Qualifications stated above.

The applicant must have a valid driver’s license, required auto insurance, and an acceptable motor vehicle report.

• Ohio Bureau of Criminal Identification Investigation (BCI) / FBI
• Local Law Enforcement

SCOJFS is seeking qualified individuals who are interested in making a positive impact for children and families in the communities of Hocking, Ross and Vinton Counties. Please consider joining our team!

In addition to a rewarding career, the agency offers a full benefits package.

SCOJFS Benefits:

• Competitive Pay
• Opportunities for career advancement within a broad range of service areas
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Bereavement, Personal, Sick and Vacation Time Off
• Group Health Insurance plans, with optional dental and vision coverage available
• Wellness Program and Incentives
• Optional Flexible Health Spending Account
• Employer paid Employee Assistance Program
• Employer paid $10,000 life insurance policy
• Additional Supplemental Life Insurance Options
• Enrollment in the Ohio Public Employees Retirement System
• Options to enroll in one or both of the available Deferred Compensation Plans
• Flexible schedules are available to most positions

How to Apply:

Applicants are required to complete the online application on the SCOJFS career page. Please visit our website at scojfs.org to learn more. (Job opportunities are listed under Administration/About SCOJFS.)

You may click on the link below to apply now!

SCOJFS Job Opportunities

SCOJFS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please contact the SCOJFS Human Resources Department at 740-772-7630 or scojfshr@jfs.ohio.gov.