Social Welfare Examiner

Description

SOCIAL WELFARE EXAMINER IS A STATE CIVIL SERVICE HELP TITLE THAT DOES NOT REQUIRE A CIVIL SERVICE EXAMINATION

Determine financial eligibility for the various programs administered by a local social services district and recommends amounts of assistance in accordance with established policies and procedures; does related work as required.

Examples of Typical Duties

• Reviews the certification form to determine that all statements are complete and consistent with every other item of information provided;
• Where necessary for clarification or completion of certification form asks applicant appropriate questions and makes necessary additions or corrections on the forms;
• Makes an evaluation of applicant’s financial eligibility for assistance, may determine initial categorical eligibility, evaluates available resource details in relation to financial eligibility;
• Prepares and computes budget for the applicant;
• Advises applicant of the eligibility determination, the amount of assistance, and when the first grant can be expected;
• Advises the applicant about the program under which he is eligible for assistance and any documentation or additional information which is necessary for final program classification;
• Recommends emergency grants as needed;
• Makes redeterminations of financial eligibility;
• Explains the validation process to the applicant;
• Advises status which may affect his eligibility for assistance;
• Informs applicants about the range of services in the agency;
• If mandatory, or requested by applicant or client, or need for services is indicated, refers applicant to social services section, or to other specialists, such as, resources, housing, employment, legal, medical, etc.;
• Makes referrals for full field investigation where presumption of fraud is indicated.

Full Performance Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Personal Characteristics

Knowledge of federal, state and local social services laws and programs as they affect eligibility for financial assistance and money payments; familiarity with other laws as they affect eligibility, such as Worker’s Compensation, Social Security and Unemployment Insurance, ability to deal effectively with others; ability to analyze facts obtained and use facts in making judgments regarding eligibility; ability to understand and follow directions; good powers of observation and perception; initiative; tact; judgment; emotional maturity and good health.

Minimum Qualifications

Either:

• Graduation from a regionally accredited college or university or one accredited by the New York State Board of Regents to grant degrees with an Associate’s degree; or
• Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma and two (2) years of experience in examining, investigating or evaluating claims for assistance; or
• An equivalent combination of training or experience as defined by the limits of (a) and (b).

When giving a job description include: Name of employer, Job Title, Duties performed by you, Start and End Date (Month/Year), Hours worked per week. *Include all relevant experience. Additional experience may not be accepted after the application is reviewed. *Give the average hours worked per week. Example 40 hours worked per week. Do not give a range of hours worked per week. Example 20-30 hours worked per week. You will only receive credit for the lowest amount given. *Part-time experience is prorated *Give the month and year of your start and end dates worked. If partial dates are submitted, you will receive credit for the least amount of time. *If you had more than one title at same employer, list as separate employment.

We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, short-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave. Part-time employees may be eligible for some benefits depending on their particular Bargaining Unit Agreement. To learn more details, visit our benefits page.