Telework-Eligible Benefit Programs Specialist II

New LHRC External Career Site; Daleville (VA); Remote; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement benefits

Life and disability insurance

Paid holidays and leave

Telework option

Job summary

Botetourt County Department of Social Services is hiring a Benefit Programs Specialist II. The role focuses on determining eligibility for financial assistance, SNAP, Medicaid, and other programs, with independent judgment on complex cases.

Telework may be available at the department's discretion. The starting annual salary is $32,415, with a generous benefits package including retirement, life and disability insurance, and paid leave.

Qualifications

• High school diploma with additional training and related work experience.
• Ability to calculate percentages, formulas and averages to solve problems.
• Strong written and verbal communication with diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Interview applicants for assistance and determine continuing eligibility.
• Explain benefit programs and determine need for assistance.
• Process applications and determine eligibility and benefit levels.
• Monitor cases for changes and reflect updates within guidelines.

Skills

Public service knowledge

Communication skills

Data entry

Interviewing

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Agency software

Job description

Botetourt County Department of Social Services is hiring a Benefit Programs Specialist II. The role focuses on determining eligibility for financial assistance, SNAP, Medicaid, and other programs, with independent judgment on complex cases.

Telework may be available at the department's discretion. The starting annual salary is $32,415, with a generous benefits package including retirement, life and disability insurance, and paid leave.