Public Aid Eligibility Assistant

Public Aid Eligibility Assistant - # 37670

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Agency: Department of Human Services

Location: Anna, IL, US, 62906-1652

Job Requisition ID: 37670

Opening Date: 05/21/2024

Closing Date: 06/04/2024

Salary: Anticipated Salary: (Effective 7/1/24) $3,852 - $5,046 per month ($46,224 - $60,552 per year)

Job Type: Salaried Full Time

County: Union

Number of Vacancies: 5

Plan/BU: RC028

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This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position. While not required, a Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) is recommended. When applicable, titles that require specific coursework, professional license or certification will include a notation requesting the appropriate document(s) be uploaded in the Additional Documents section of your application. Failure to upload requested transcripts, license and/or proof of certification when specified may result in ineligibility. Please note that the Department of Human Services must verify proof of higher education for any degree earned (if applicable) regardless of vacancy title before any offer can be extended. Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.

Posting Identification Number 37670

Position Overview

Under direct supervision, performs routine casework support functions by screening and registering applications, sorting of incoming documents, maintaining office supplies and forms, providing office receptionist functions for support staff. Identifies and sorts documents coming into the Family Community Resource Center (FCRC). Determines documents destination, scans and uploads to eligibility system ensuring all clearance are included with all applications for each Department Program. Prepares files protecting customer's confidential information, performs office receptionist duties, answers inquiries and/or directs person to professional staff, enters information into the eligibility systems.

Job Responsibilities

• Performs routine casework support functions by screening and registering applications, sorting of incoming documents, maintaining office supplies and forms, providing office receptionist functions for support staff.
• Identifies and sorts documents coming into the Family Community Resource Center (FCRC).
• Prepares files protecting customer's confidential information, performs office receptionist duties, answers inquiries and/or directs person to professional staff, enters information into the eligibility systems.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to the completion of high school.
• Requires one (1) year of clerical supportive experience in the Department of Human Services OR equivalent training or experience.

Work Hours: Mon-Fri, 8:30am - 5:00pm
Work Location: 1000 N Main St, Anna, Illinois, 62906-1652

Family & Community Services

Administration – Long Term Care

Anna

Anna/Union County

Oak Hall Basement
Agency Contact: DHS.HiringUnit@Illinois.gov

Job Family: Social Services

About the Agency:

The Illinois Department of Human Services serves families in need all across Illinois. Our mission is providing equitable access to social services, supports, programs and resources to enhance the lives of all who we serve. We are committed to the core values of Human Dignity, Equity, Community, Urgency, Transparency and Kindness.

As a State of Illinois Employee, you will receive a robust benefit package that includes the following:

A Pension Program

Competitive Group Insurance Benefits including Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance

3 Paid Personal Business Days annually

12 Paid Sick Days annually (Sick days carry over from year to year)

10-25 Days of Paid Vacation time annually - (10 days in year one of employment)

*Personal, Sick, & Vacation rates modified for 12-hour Work Schedules (as applicable)

13 Paid Holidays annually, 14 on even numbered years

Flexible Work Schedules (when available dependent upon position)

10 Weeks Paid Maternity/Paternity Leave

Deferred Compensation Program - A supplemental retirement plan

Optional Pre-Tax Programs such as Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP), Dependent Care Assistance Plan (DCAP)

Tuition Reimbursement Program and Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility

5% Salary Differential for Bilingual Positions

Commuter Savings Program (Chicago only)

For more information about our benefits please follow this link: https://www2.illinois.gov/cms/benefits/Pages/default.aspx

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Must apply online.

The main form of communication will be through email. Please check your “junk mail”, “spam”, or “other” folder for communication(s) regarding any submitted application(s). You may receive emails from the following addresses:

• donotreply@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com
• systems@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $3,852.00 - $5,046.00 per month

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Application Question(s):

• Do you possess one (1) year of clerical supportive experience in the Department of Human Services or equivalent training and experience?
• Do you possess knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to the completion of high school?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• clerical supportive: 1 year (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Anna, IL 62906: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $46,224 - $60,552