Bilingual Public Benefits Guide - Entry Level CSR

oregon

Hermiston (OR)

On-site

USD 42,000 - 55,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

ERGs
COLA
Annual raises
Benefits package
PSLF eligible

Job summary

The Oregon Department of Human Services in Hermiston, OR is seeking a Customer Service Guide (Public Benefits Specialist – Entry), bilingual in English and Spanish, to help Oregonians access public benefit programs in person or by phone and email. You will be the first point of contact, support daily office operations, and assist with the Oregon Eligibility Partnership processes.

A trauma-informed approach and strong customer service skills are essential for success.

Qualifications

  • Bilingual in English and Spanish; test required.
  • Two years of front desk/call center experience with high-volume work.
  • Or an associate degree in Behavioral/Social Sciences with six months frontline experience.
  • Or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Responsibilities

  • Be the first face of contact in field offices and provide a welcoming environment.
  • Support office infrastructure and day-to-day operations.
  • Assist Oregonians in person, by phone or email with the Oregon Eligibility system for multiple programs.
  • Provide trauma-informed service and referrals as needed.
  • May perform financial duties such as tracking, issuing, and accounting for actions.
  • Support business functions within the office.

Skills

Customer service
Typing
MS Word
MS Excel
Email systems
Online research
Adapt communication
Conflict resolution
Information/referrals

Education

Associate degree in Behavioral Science

Tools

Microsoft Word
Microsoft Excel
Online research tools

Job description

The Oregon Department of Human Services in Hermiston, OR is seeking a Customer Service Guide (Public Benefits Specialist – Entry), bilingual in English and Spanish, to help Oregonians access public benefit programs in person or by phone and email. You will be the first point of contact, support daily office operations, and assist with the Oregon Eligibility Partnership processes.

A trauma-informed approach and strong customer service skills are essential for success.

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