Eligibility Services Clerk

Salary : $34,229.52 - $48,888.89 Annually
Location : Throughout Riverside County
Job Type: Regular
Job Number: 24-13419-02
Department: Dept. of Public Social Services
Division: Self Sufficiency Clerical
Opening Date: 01/25/2024
Closing Date: 2/1/2024 12:00 PM Pacific
ABOUT THE POSITION
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The Riverside County Department of Public Social Services (DPSS) is hiring several Eligibility Services Clerks for the Self-Sufficiency division for openings throughout Riverside County. Bilingual preferred not required.
The department desires individuals with clerical experience in a public social services agency, knowledge of Cal-Saws, EBT Edge, SARS and Microsoft Office. This position requires organization, productivity and the ability to work with customers and staff.
The Eligibility Services Clerk classification can be allocated to either the Department of Public Social Services (DPSS) or the Riverside University Health System (RUHS), and reports to an appropriate supervisory or manager level position. Incumbents assist Eligibility Technicians or Social Service Practitioners working for the DPSS in determining initial and/or continuing eligibility of applicants and clients for income maintenance programs and in the development of In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS) plans. Incumbents have primary responsibility for obtaining and verifying factual information required for eligibility determination or development of basic social services plans, using a variety of standardized forms, and following established rules, regulations, policies and procedures. The Eligibility Services Clerk is distinguished from the Eligibility Technician and Social Service Practitioner in that the former does not have primary responsibility for eligibility determination or authorization of social service plans.
Meet the Team! County of Riverside Department of Public Social Services - Self Sufficiency is responsible for administering programs and services that can assist Riverside County residents with basic needs and other services that can help them become self-sufficient. We strive to provide services that are accessible, customer-focused and delivered in a timely and accurate manner. Can you see yourself here?
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES
• Conducts pre-screening and other interviews with applicants and clients using standardized forms to obtain personal, family, and financial data required to determine eligibility for one or more public social service aids and/or basic information required to authorize social service plans.
• Gives applicants standard forms and requests that routine verifications be returned with completed forms; reviews forms for completeness when returned by the applicant; may assist clients with completing application forms for financial assistance.
• Records verifications of birth, income, property, and other required information according to standard procedures.
• Brings discrepancies to the attention of the eligibility or social worker responsible for the case; files required forms and verification in an established filing order.
• Completes notices of action and other required forms following eligibility determination; accepts late income reports from clients reviewing them for completion and accuracy.
• Prepares and verifies in-home social services payroll time sheets.
• Receives mail out questionnaires on in-home social services remedy reassessments; verifies and adjusts authorization of in-home social services, referring special cases to the social worker.
• Determines when to issue notice of intended action or right to fair hearing forms to clients.
• Clears routine case controls using computer printouts; responds to routine telephone calls or lobby visits from applicants and clients reporting changes in their circumstances or requesting information on the status of their applications or case.
• May prepare and maintain other documents associated with the eligibility/services processes; maintains records for use in the development of work load and productivity statistics.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
OPTION IExperience: Six months of clerical experience in a public social services agency, preferably involving making mathematical computations.
or
OPTION IIExperience: One year of clerical experience which involved substantial work involving public contact, interviewing, math computations, or completing complex forms.
Knowledge of: Modern office procedures including filing and operating standard office equipment.
Ability to: Understand and follow written instructions and guidelines; perform basic arithmetic computations; perform general clerical work and learn quickly the specific operations of the department; keep records; effectively interview applicants and clients to obtain personal, family, and financial information, and to accurately record this information; work cooperatively with the public and with departmental staff.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Other Requirements
License/Certificate: Possession of a valid California Driver's License may be required.
Veterans' Preference
The County has a Veterans Preference Policy. Upload a copy of your (or your spouse's) Member-4 Form DD-214 (or NGB-22) indicating dates of service, and a copy of your spouse's letter of disability (if applicable) with your application. For privacy reasons, it is recommended that you remove your social security information from the document(s). A Human Resources Representative will review the materials and determine if you qualify for veterans' preference. See the policy ().
What's Next?
This recruitment is open to all applicants. Qualified applicants may be considered for future vacancies throughout the department.
Applicants who are current County of Riverside employees and/or current employees of the Riverside County Department of Public Social Services (DPSS) may be considered before other applicants depending on the volume of applications received.
Qualified applicants may be considered for future vacancies throughout the County.
Application Period
BASED ON THE NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED, THIS POSTING MAY CLOSE WITHOUT NOTICE.
Applications received prior to the closing date will be considered based on the information submitted. Changes or alterations cannot be accepted. All applicants must submit a complete application. No late applications will be permitted.
Include relevant work experience details on resume and/or application.
Applicants who fail to provide information demonstrating they possess the position requirements may not be considered further in the application process. A description of job duties directly copied from the job classification or job posting will not be considered.
Upload a copy of any license(s), official/unofficial transcript(s), degrees, and/or related employment documents to your NeoGov account. If your education was completed outside of the United States, you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services () or Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. ().
Reasonable Accommodations
The County of Riverside is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter for the position noted above. For additional information and/or to obtain the appropriate form for requesting a reasonable accommodation, please visit the Disability Access Office web page located at:http://dao.rc-hr.com/
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GENERAL APPLICATION INFORMATION:
Please read and follow any special application instructions on this posting. Click the 'Apply' link located on this page to submit your application. For instructions on the application process, examinations, Veteran's preference, pre-employment accommodation or other employment questions, please refer to our web site, A pre-employment physical examination and background check may be required.
MEDICAL/DENTAL/VISION INSURANCE: A choice of different medical, dental and visions plan are available to elect. The County provides a Flexible Benefit Credit contribution as governed by the applicable LIUNA Memorandum of Understanding to contribute towards the cost of these plans.
Note: Employees on assignment through the Temporary Assignment Program (TAP) receive different benefits. See the list
MISCELLANEOUS RETIREMENT: County of Riverside has three retirement Tiers through the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS).

• Tier I (Classic Member - Formula 3% @ 60): Applicable to current and former County of Riverside local miscellaneous employees hired prior to 08/24/2012 and did not withdraw CalPERS contributions. The employee contribution is eight (8%) percent.
• Tier II (Classic Member - Formula 2% @ 60): Applicable to local miscellaneous employees 1) hired after 08/23/2012 through 12/31/2012; 2) Previously employed with another CalPERS contracting public agency or a reciprocal retirement system, with a break in service of less than six months between the separation date with the previous employer and the appointment date with the County of Riverside. The employee contribution is seven (7%) percent.
• Tier III (PEPRA New Member - Formula 2% @ 62): Applicable to CalPERS local miscellaneous new members hired on or after the implementation of the Public Employees' Pension Reform Act of 2013 (PEPRA) which took effect January 1, 2013. As of July 1, 2020, the employee contribution is 7.25% and subject to change annually.

A new member is defined as any of the following:

1. A new hire who enters CalPERS membership for the first time on or after January 1, 2013, and who has no prior membership in any California Public Retirement System.
2. A new hire who enters CalPERS membership for the first time on or after January 1, 2013, and who was a member with another California Public Retirement System prior to that date, but who is not subject to reciprocity upon joining CalPERS.
3. A member who first established CalPERS membership prior to January 1, 2013, and who is rehired by a different CalPERS agency after a break in service of greater than six (6) months.

CalPERS refers to all members that do not fit within the definition of a new member as "classic members".
Contribution rates are subject to change based on the County of Riverside annual actuarial valuation.
Note:
This summary is for general information purposes only. Additional questions regarding retirement formulas can be sent to or by calling the Benefits Information Line at (951) 955-4981,
Option 2.
If you have prior service credit with another CalPERS agency or within agencies, please contact CalPERS at (888) 225-7377 to determine which retirement tier would be applicable to you. CalPERS is governed by the Public Employees' Retirement Law. The Retirement Law is complex and subject to change. If there's any conflict between this summary and the law, the law will prevail over this summary.
DEFERRED COMPENSATION: Voluntary employee contribution with a choice between two 457 deferred compensation plan options.
VACATION ACCRUAL (Bi-Weekly Accrual):
0 < 3 year = 80 Hours (10 Days)
4 < 9 years = 120 Hours (15 Days)
10 or more years = 160 Hours (20 Days)
Maximum Vacation leave accumulation is 480 hours.
SICK LEAVE: Four (4) hours Sick Leave accrual per pay period with unlimited accrual.
HOLIDAYS: Normally 12 paid holidays per year
BEREAVEMENT LEAVE: Allowed 5 days (3 days are County paid; 2 additional days can be taken from accrued Sick Leave balance)
BASIC LIFE INSURANCE: Equal to one times annual base salary not to exceed $50,000 of term life coverage. Premiums are paid by the County. Additional Supplemental Life plan is available for employee purchase.
DISABILITY: Short-term Disability benefit pays up to a maximum of $461.54 weekly, payable up to a maximum of 52 weeks.
POST RETIREMENT MEDICAL CONTRIBUTION: A monthly contribution is made by the County towards retiree health insurance offered through the County as governed by the applicable Memorandum of Understanding.
OTHER: There may be other benefit provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding. Please contact the recruiter listed on the job posting directly for more information.
01
Are you a current regular or temporary employee with the Riverside County Department of Public Social Services?

• Yes
• No

02
How many years of clerical experience do you have in a public social service agency?

• None
• At least 6 months
• 1 year or more, but less than 2
• 2 years or more, but less than 3
• 3 years or more, but less than 4
• 4 years or more, but less than 5
• 5 years or more

03
How many years of clerical experience do you have which involved substantial work involving public contact, interviewing, math computations, or completing complex forms?

• None
• Less than 12 months
• 1 year or more, but less than 2
• 2 years or more, but less than 3
• 3 years or more, but less than 4
• 4 years or more, but less than 5
• 5 years or more

04
How many years of work experience do you have providing customer service?

• None
• Less than 12 months
• 1 year or more, but less than 2<...