Intake Specialist — Energy Assistance Programs (Mon-Fri)

Pro Resources Inc.; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Area IV Agency seeks a Program Intake Specialist in Lafayette and surrounding counties to determine eligibility for Energy Assistance and related programs. Hours are 8am–4:30pm, Monday–Friday with a 1-hour lunch; pay is $17.00 per hour.

This is a short-term position (6–8 months). Responsibilities include conducting client assessments, completing required paperwork, data entry into the agency systems, attending trainings, and coordinating with community agencies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One year of experience working with the public.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to evaluate and react to change in a positive manner.
• Strong computer skills and data entry ability.
• Ability to maintain client confidentiality and to exercise ethical judgment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct client assessments to determine energy assistance program eligibility.
• Complete all required paperwork accurately and in a timely manner consistent with program regulations.
• Accurately enter all necessary information from applications into the required data system.
• Attend relevant trainings to obtain skills and training to enhance program related knowledge.
• Work in cooperation with other staff to implement the Assigned Program(s) according to State and Federal Guidelines.
• Work with other community agencies, as the need arises, in cooperative effort to serve the client in the Area IV Agency counties.
• Answer phone calls, inquiries, schedule appointments, take and respond to messages.
• Maintain flow of files and re-file, as required.
• Adhere to professional standards of conduct, confidentiality, and all other ethical and legal standards of conduct.
• Network and develop contacts with other community agencies and businesses throughout ALL.
• Area IV Agency EAP Counties to increase awareness of the Energy Assistance Program and Area IV Agency.
• Assist with community outreach activities throughout ALL Area IV Agency EAP Counties to increase awareness and participation in the Energy Assistance Program.
• Other duties as assigned by the EAP Coordinator, Deputy Director of CAP, or Executive Director.

Skills

Oral & written communication

Multitasking

Data entry

Computer skills

Confidentiality

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Area IV Agency seeks a Program Intake Specialist in Lafayette and surrounding counties to determine eligibility for Energy Assistance and related programs. Hours are 8am–4:30pm, Monday–Friday with a 1-hour lunch; pay is $17.00 per hour.

This is a short-term position (6–8 months). Responsibilities include conducting client assessments, completing required paperwork, data entry into the agency systems, attending trainings, and coordinating with community agencies.