Public Aid Eligibility Assistant - # 37729
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Agency: Department of Human Services
Location: Harrisburg, IL, US, 62946
Job Requisition ID: 37729
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: Saline
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 37729
Position Overview
The Division of Family and Community Services is seeking to hire a Public Aid Eligibility Assistant located in Saline County. Under direct supervision, performs routine casework support functions by screening and registering applications, sorting of incoming documents, maintaining office supplies and forms, and providing office receptionist functions for support staff. Identifies and sorts documents coming into the Family and Community Resource Center (FCRC). Prepares files protecting customer’s confidential information, performs office receptionist duties, answers inquiries and/or directs person to professional staff, and enters information into the eligibility systems.
Job Responsibilities
Minimum Qualifications
Work Hours: Mon-Fri, 8:30am - 5:00pm
Work Location: 320 E Raymond St, Harrisburg, Illinois, 62946
Family and Community Services
Region 5
Saline Office/Saline County
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:
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $3,852.00 - $5,046.00 per month
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