Impactful Eligibility & Options Specialist | Public Service

Johnson County Kansas; Olathe (KS); Vor Ort; USD 45.000 - 60.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Johnson County Government is seeking a full-time Eligibility and Options Specialist within the Department of Aging and Human Services. The role involves conducting assessments to determine service eligibility and developing plans with community resources.

This position may require a KS/MO driver’s license and may be open until filled, with first review beginning on November 9, 2026. The job emphasizes collaboration with families and stakeholders, documentation of services, and ongoing evaluation

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree in Human Services or related field and one year of related work experience are required.
• KS/MO driver's license may be required depending on department or agency.
• Education/Experience substitutions: Experience may be substituted for degree; Education may be substituted for experience.
• All County employees may be called upon to assist other departments in a declared emergency situation.

Aufgaben

• Conducts assessments of individuals' background and applicable circumstances to identify needs and/or determine service eligibility; interprets and communicates relevant information to individuals, families, and other stakeholders.
• Develops plans to address the needs of individuals in single or multiple areas of focus; networks with other community agencies to coordinate resources and services.
• Provides a variety of services to individuals with multi-faceted and/or ongoing needs; ensures services provided are consistent with individual plans; initiates and attends meetings and provides services in a community setting.
• Completes and submits documentation regarding services provided; evaluates and documents individuals' progress according to goals; reviews quality and effectiveness of services provided.

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Human Services or related field

Jobbeschreibung

Johnson County Government is seeking a full-time Eligibility and Options Specialist within the Department of Aging and Human Services. The role involves conducting assessments to determine service eligibility and developing plans with community resources.

This position may require a KS/MO driver’s license and may be open until filled, with first review beginning on November 9, 2026. The job emphasizes collaboration with families and stakeholders, documentation of services, and ongoing evaluation