Caseworker II: Shape Lives via Food & Nutrition Services

Burke County Public Health; Morganton (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Burke County Department of Social Services in Morganton, NC is seeking an Income Maintenance Caseworker II to determine initial and ongoing eligibility for the Food and Nutrition Services program, in accordance with state and federal regulations. The role requires strong communication, attention to detail, and the ability to apply policies.

You will interview applicants/recipients and maintain accurate case records, using computer systems.

Qualifications

• Must possess oral and written communication skills, ability to make sound decisions, close attention to details, clear understanding of policies and procedures, organizational skills and mathematical skills.
• Applicant must also possess excellent computer skills.”

Responsibilities

• Interviewing applicants/recipients and determining initial and ongoing eligibility for Food and Nutrition Services program according to state and federal regulations.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Decision making

Attention to detail

Policy understanding

Organizational skills

Mathematical skills

Computer skills

Education

Associate degree in Human Services Technology or related field

High school diploma + 2 years paraprofessional/public contact experience

High school diploma + 3 years paraprofessional/public contact experience

Equivalent combination of training and experience

Tools

Computer skills

Job description

Burke County Department of Social Services in Morganton, NC is seeking an Income Maintenance Caseworker II to determine initial and ongoing eligibility for the Food and Nutrition Services program, in accordance with state and federal regulations. The role requires strong communication, attention to detail, and the ability to apply policies.

You will interview applicants/recipients and maintain accurate case records, using computer systems.