Eligibility Worker

Central Prairie Human Service Zone
This position is housed in New Rockford, North Dakota
Central Prairie Human Service Zone partners with the Department of Health and Human Services to deliver exceptional Economic Assistance programs to our community.
The Eligibility Worker determines eligibility of clients for Economic Assistance Programs by interpreting state and federal policies and applying to applications for assistance. Economic Assistance programs include Health Care Coverage (Medicaid), Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), Low-Income Energy Assistance (LiHEAP), Child Care Assistance, Healthy Steps, and General Assistance Programs.
Program training will be provided for this position.
Eligibility Worker -Example of Duties:

• Conduct interviews of applicants and recipients.
• Process client applications.
• Establish electronic record.
• Attend training and workshops.
• Perform define case changes, workflow functions, and/or determinations.
• Interpret state, federal, and county policies.
• Monitor program and policy updates.
• Maintain working knowledge of laws, rules, policies, procedures, and other regulations.

To succeed in this position, you should have strong verbal and written communication skills, computer literacy, collaboration, and decision-making skills.
An ideal candidate for this position will need to be organized and able to communicate effectively with diverse populations. You will have an eye for detail, be able to manage your time and prioritizes effectively, and pride yourself on excellent communication skills, empathy, and being a team player.
You will have a passion for helping others and making a difference in our community.
Working for Central Prairie Human Service Zone:
Central Prairie Human Service Zone partners with the Department of Health and Human Services and Wells, Foster & Eddy Counties to deliver state-driven public assistance and program protocols and provides employees with the excellent benefits and employment packages offered by Wells County as a Wells County employee.
Central Prairie Human Service Zone team members are offered robust medical, dental and life insurance coverage, as well as an excellent retirement package (ND PERS). Employees enjoy 10 paid holidays, as well as earning both annual leave and sick leave days.
Minimum Qualifications:
This position requires a high school diploma or GED, PLUS one of the following:

• Three years of work experience in the clerical, accounting, financial, legal, or teaching fields
• Three years of a bachelor's degree program (90 semester hours or 135 quarter hours)
• Three years combined education and experience as listed above
• Completion of the Eligibility Worker Certificate Program offered at Bismarck State College or formerly offered at Lake Region State College

Preference will be given to candidates with 1 year of work experience determining eligibility in a human service office in one of the following Economic Assistance Programs; TANF, Food Stamps, Foster Care, Medicaid, or LIHEAP.
Selected candidate will be required to complete a fingerprinted background check in addition to a state background check which may take up to two (2) weeks to process.
Application Procedures
Please make sure your resume includes information to demonstrate how you meet the minimum qualifications as posted. Your work history will not be given credit if the Department's Human Resource Division cannot determine that you meet the minimum qualifications.

• The Department of Human Services does not offer or provide sponsorships. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• The Department of Human Services does not offer or provide sponsorships. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• All application material (cover letter, resume, and professional references) must be received on or before the closing date on or before 11:59 pm
• A copy of your qualifying degrees transcript and any applicable certifications or licensures must be provided at the time of an interview.

For more details about this position, please contact Julie St. Germaine, Director by email: jastgermaine@nd.gov or phone: (701) 547-3694.
Employing Unit: Central Prairie Human Service Zone
TTY Number: ND Relay Service 1-800-366-6888 (text); 1-800-366-6889 (voice)
If you are experiencing technical difficulties with the Application Process or uploading attachments, please contact recruiter@nd.gov or (701)328-3290.
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