Eligibility Specialist

Itasca County; Grand Rapids (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Itasca County Health and Human Services Department in Grand Rapids, MN seeks a dedicated staff member to determine eligibility for income maintenance programs and related services, following federal and state guidelines.

You will explain program requirements, guide clients toward enrollment, and connect them with health care and community resources to support independent living. This is a full-time, non-exempt role with regular weekday hours and meaningful public service impact.

Responsibilities

• Determine eligibility for income maintenance programs following federal and state guidelines.
• Explain program requirements to clients and assist with enrollment in appropriate services.
• Refer clients to community resources or other agency departments as needed.

Job description

Department: Health and Human Services (Family Services Division)

Classification: Grade 8 (Local 580)

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Position Description:

Performs a variety of tasks related to the initial determination (per established Federal and State guidelines) and on-going eligibility of clients for income maintenance programs and services including cash, food, child care assistance and medical; communicates program requirements; supports clients in achieving the highest degree of independence and in addressing barriers to self-sufficiency; interpret and implement the appropriate program to apply to each client case; provides enrollment and assistance to managed health care enrollees; makes appropriate referrals to other community resources and/or to other agency departments.

Current Vacancy: 2Regular, F/T positions

Work Hours:

The normal hours of work shall be 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday, overtime as necessary and approved.

Work Location:

Itasca County Health and Human Services Department, Itasca Resource Center, 1209 SE 2nd Ave, Grand Rapids, MN