Remote Eligibility & Assistance Payments Specialist

State of Michigan; Pontiac (MI); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) seeks an Eligibility Specialist to strengthen Michigan families by ensuring applicants receive the correct aid, assessing needs, and connecting them with referrals to help meet their goals. The role emphasizes informing applicants about MDHHS expectations and helping families become self-sufficient.

Location is Oakland County with potential remote or hybrid scheduling within Michigan.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring that each person/family that applies for public assistance receives the type and level of assistance they are eligible for
• Assessing the needs of each person/family and providing information and referrals to relevant agencies
• Providing families with information about MDHHS expectations and goals
• Guiding families toward self-sufficiency

Job description

The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) seeks an Eligibility Specialist to strengthen Michigan families by ensuring applicants receive the correct aid, assessing needs, and connecting them with referrals to help meet their goals. The role emphasizes informing applicants about MDHHS expectations and helping families become self-sufficient.

Location is Oakland County with potential remote or hybrid scheduling within Michigan.