Social Services Examiner I-help Program

Suffolk County NY

Coram, NY, US
Base: $43,430; bonus/equity: not specified; benefi...
Conduct personal interviews with applicants
Compute budgets for assistance programs
Verify applicant information through fieldwork
The incumbent determines financial eligibility for programs administered by the Department of Social Services and recommends assistance amounts

Job Summary

  • The incumbent determines financial eligibility for programs administered by the Department of Social Services and recommends assistance amounts.
  • Employees conduct personal interviews, compute applicant budgets, and may perform fieldwork to verify information.
  • The position offers comprehensive health insurance, a pension plan, and 13 paid holidays with regular working hours.

Matching Summary

The incumbent determines financial eligibility for programs administered by the Department of Social Services and recommends assistance amounts.

Salary

Base: $43,430; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Health insurance, pension, 2 weeks vacation, 13 paid holidays

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Conduct personal interviews with applicants
  • Compute budgets for assistance programs
  • Verify applicant information through fieldwork
  • Apply established eligibility policies

Nice-to-have

  • Develop initiative and judgment
  • Refer applicants to specialized resources
  • Maintain good work-life balance

Key Requirements

  • Valid New York State driver's license required
  • High school diploma or equivalency
  • Two years experience in claims or social services

Work Rights

Not specified

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