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Under general supervision, investigates requests for public assistance in accordance with well-defined and established legal provisions, policies, and procedures in order to determine the eligibility and needs of applicants and recipients for public assistance and services; recommends assistance grants on basis of findings; provides other miscellaneous services; maintains various case records; and performs related duties as required.
Job Responsibility:
Connect clients to community resources, address barriers to access, and advocate to help resolve issues that limit participation in programs
Schedule and conduct interviews to assess applicants’ service needs, including in-home visits as required
Verify information received through phone and written verification, and evaluate eligibility based on collected data
Assess client needs, create individualized service plans with goals and action steps, coordinate and monitor services, prepare reports and assessments, and provide counseling on family, financial, physical, and emotional concerns
Maintain accurate and complete files
prepare and update correspondence and narratives
document case actions, complete required forms, and process eligibility determinations for social and ancillary services in a timely manner
Explain policies, rules, and regulations to applicants and clients, and assist with completing required forms and reports
Conduct orientations for community agencies
build and maintain relationships with local organizations, nonprofits, businesses, and other stakeholders to promote resource programs
facilitate and mediate case conferences between staff and service providers
Gather and analyze data to identify trends and insights
develop evidence-based recommendations
and prepare reports
Requirements:
Possession of a baccalaureate degree, with major course work in social service
One (1) year of experience as a social worker in a recognized social service agency