Assistance Payments Worker 8-11 - Iosco

State of Michigan; East Tawas (MI); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Michigan seeks an Eligibility Specialist to strengthen Michigan families through accurate eligibility determinations for public assistance, thorough needs assessments, and proactive referrals to help clients meet their goals. The role also involves informing families about MDHHS expectations and supporting their progression toward self-sufficiency.

Position is located in Iosco County DHHS, with potential for remote or hybrid work based on operational needs.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring that each person/family that applies for public assistance receives the type and level of assistance that they are eligible for.
• Assessing the needs of each person/family and giving them appropriate information and making referrals/contacts to help meet their needs.
• Providing all families with information about the expectations and goals of the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS).
• Encouraging and guiding families in their efforts to become self supporting.

Job description

The role of the Eligibility Specialist is to strengthen Michigan families by:

• Ensuring that each person/family that applies for public assistance receives the type and level of assistance that they are eligible for
• Assessing the needs of each person/family and giving them appropriate information and making any referrals and/or contacts to persons/agencies to help them meet their needs.
• Providing all families with information about the expectations and goals of the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS).
• Encouraging and guiding families in their efforts to become self supporting.

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The physical location of this position is Iosco County DHHS, 2145 E Huron Rd, East Tawas, MI. Based on operational needs and within established limits, remote work and alternate or hybrid work schedule requests for this position may be considered.

The MDHHS mission is to provide opportunities, services, and programs that promote a healthy, safe, and stable environment for residents to be self-sufficient. We are committed to ensuring a diverse workforce and a work environment whereby all employees are treated with dignity, respect and fairness. For more information, please visit our MDHHS Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Plan.

MDHHS is proud to be a Michigan Veteran's Affairs Agency (MVAA) Gold Level Veteran-Friendly Employer.

For further information regarding this posting please contact Joleen Peck @ [e-mail]