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Assistance Payments Worker 8-11 - Oakland County

State of Michigan

Pontiac, MI · HybridFull-time$51–75K/yrPosted todayStill listed today

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At a glance

Compensation
$51–75K/yr
Location
Pontiac, MIHybrid
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

The Eligibility Specialist helps Michigan families access public assistance by determining the type and level of assistance for which applicants are eligible. The role assesses family needs, provides information and referrals, explains MDHHS expectations and goals, and guides families toward self-sufficiency. The physical work location is Oakland County; remote or hybrid arrangements may be considered based on operational needs and established limits, with approved remote or hybrid work performed within Michigan.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Eligibility DeterminationNeeds AssessmentInformation and ReferralsFamily Guidance

Full job description

The role of the Eligibility Specialist is to strengthen Michigan families by:

  • Ensuring that each person/family that applies for public assistance receives the type and level of assistance that they are eligible for

  • Assessing the needs of each person/family and giving them appropriate information and making any referrals and/or contacts to persons/agencies to help them meet their needs.

  • Providing all families with information about the expectations and goals of the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS).

  • Encouraging and guiding families in their efforts to become self supporting.

  • Assistance Payments Worker Position Description (8-E10)

  • Assistance Payments Worker 11 Position Description

  • Job Specification

The physical location of this position is Oakland County. Based on operational needs and within established limits, remote work and alternate or hybrid work schedule requests for this position may be considered. Selected candidates who have been approved to work remotely or a hybrid schedule must complete that work within Michigan. Candidates should confirm work location and schedule at the time of interview. This posting may use the resulting candidate pool from this interview process for filling current and future permanent vacancies, limited-term vacancies, and temporary assignments. This posting covers Oakland County districts of Madison Heights, Southfield, and Pontiac/Woodward. IF This position is being filled as Limited Term there is a possibility that it may become permanent, but that is not guaranteed.

The MDHHS mission is to provide opportunities, services, and programs that promote a healthy, safe, and stable environment for residents to be self-sufficient. We are committed to ensuring a diverse workforce and a work environment whereby all employees are treated with dignity, respect and fairness. For more information, please visit our MDHHS Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Plan.

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MDHHS is proud to be a Michigan Veteran’s Affairs Agency (MVAA) Gold Level Veteran-Friendly Employer.

For information about this posting, please contact Shannon Ritch at [email protected]

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