Human Services Specialist I-II, Long-Term Care Unit

The State of New Hampshire; New Hampshire; On-site; USD 31,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

State of New Hampshire's Department of Health and Human Services, Bureau of Family Assistance, invites applications for Human Services Specialist I-II in the Concord District Office. The roles involve determining eligibility for public assistance, conducting needs assessments, and linking clients with services to promote self-sufficiency.

Realistic Job Preview is required before hiring. HSS I and HSS II positions require various minimum qualifications, travel up to 50 miles for assignments, and

Qualifications

• Education/Experience: Associate's degree and 2 years of experience OR equivalent combination of 4 years of education and experience after high school.
• License/Certification: Valid driver’s license or access to transportation.
• Education/Experience: Bachelor's degree and 1.5 years of experience OR equivalent combination of 5.5 years of education and experience after high school.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct service to individuals and families to determine and certify eligibility for state and federal public assistance programs.
• Provides professional, whole-person needs assessments and connects citizens with resources to assist them in achieving economic stability and self-sufficiency.
• Audits and analyzes client records to ensure accurate and timely decisions.
• Assumes additional functions in support of operations such as responding to inquiries, writing specialized reports, mentoring and training staff.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Keyboarding

Microsoft Word

Internet

Email systems

Education

Associate's degree

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Internet

Keyboarding

Email systems

Job description

State of New Hampshire's Department of Health and Human Services, Bureau of Family Assistance, invites applications for Human Services Specialist I-II in the Concord District Office. The roles involve determining eligibility for public assistance, conducting needs assessments, and linking clients with services to promote self-sufficiency.

Realistic Job Preview is required before hiring. HSS I and HSS II positions require various minimum qualifications, travel up to 50 miles for assignments, and