Public Assistance Eligibility Worker I (Entry Level)

State of Hawaiʻi; Hawaii; On-site; USD 41,827 - 52,920; Full time

Job summary

The State of Hawaiʻi is seeking an Entry-level Eligibility Worker to join the Benefit, Employment and Support Services Division (BESSD). This role involves assessing eligibility for financial assistance and health programs, providing training to new hires, and interacting with clients to ensure they receive necessary support.

Applicants need experience in public contact work and should possess a high-school diploma or equivalent. The position offers a salary range of $3,748 to $4,742 per month based on qualifications.

Qualifications

• Experience demonstrating high verbal skills and ability to follow written directions.
• Three years of public contact work providing information and answering inquiries.

Responsibilities

• Train in eligibility determination for financial assistance programs.
• Assess eligibility for health and medical coverage programs.

Skills

Public contact communication skills

Verbal skills

Basic mathematical computations

Education

High-school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The State of Hawaiʻi is seeking an Entry-level Eligibility Worker to join the Benefit, Employment and Support Services Division (BESSD). This role involves assessing eligibility for financial assistance and health programs, providing training to new hires, and interacting with clients to ensure they receive necessary support.

Applicants need experience in public contact work and should possess a high-school diploma or equivalent. The position offers a salary range of $3,748 to $4,742 per month based on qualifications.