ECONOMIC SELF-SUFFICIENCY SPECIALIST I - 60055423
Requisition No: 377843
Agency: Children and Families
Working Title: ECONOMIC SELF-SUFFICIENCY SPECIALIST I - 60055423
Position Number: 60055423
Salary: $26,540.54
Posting Closing Date: 05/18/2021
ECONOMIC SELF- SUFFICIENCY SPECIALIST I
Due to COVID-19 and closure of DCF offices, the training for this position may take place remotely. Once the emergency has passed, all new hires will continue to work in the service site offices.
This position will be located in Marion county at the Ocala Service Center.
COMPENSATION PLAN
Salary: $26,540.54
$1,020.79 biweekly
OCCUPATION PROFILE
Job Family: Community and Social Services
Occupational Group: Counseling and Social Work
Occupation: Community and Social Services Specialist, All Other
Families in need and in crisis require time sensitive actions from strong, compassionate individuals who are dedicated to
assisting the vulnerable and promoting strong self-sufficient families. This demanding and challenging career could be your
opportunity to help those in need make a better life for themselves and their families.
We are looking for people who are organized, who can multi-task, possess good keyboard skills, can learn complex rules and
apply them to casework, and are able to thrive in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment. Every minute and every case
processed counts for those who are hungry, caring for others, in need of assistance to provide shelter for loved ones, or just
need a helping hand, and your career choice could make a critical difference. This career does not require face to face contact
with clients. It mostly consists of computer work with rapid changes and stringent time standards. However, it makes a
tremendous and often unseen impact on countless lives.
If you are interested in making a difference, please join our TEAM!
We have excellent benefits including affordable health insurance plans and options, liberal sick leave and annual leave policy,
and a tuition waiver program through state colleges and universities. We offer 9 paid holidays and 1 personal day, 2 Florida
Retirement System (FRS) plans (Investment or Pension) and numerous pre-tax and post-tax benefit options. This is an open,
competitive, Career Service opportunity. Regions may offer Other Personal Services (OPS) positions to applicants until a career
service position is available.
POSITION DESCRIPTION
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Work experience interviewing, investigating, processing claims, billing or collections, checking credit, processing insurance
policies, determining eligibility, recruiting, or providing customer service are valued skills for consideration in hiring for this
position. These skills can be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the required education: Associate's degree, OR 60
semester or 90 quarter hours of college.
Applicants must meet the minimum requirements to be hired for this position.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
State of Florida Employment Applications should be up to date and complete in order to receive full consideration.
Prior to interview, eligible applicants may be contacted to schedule a pre-interview assessment or work sample. A passing
score must be obtained to qualify for an interview.
Ability to speak/read/write Spanish/Creole/French or other foreign language may be considered in the selection process as
determined by need.
Hired applicants spend approximately 8 weeks in paid classroom training (training may be delivered as virtual computer
training, i.e. distance learning). A passing score must be achieved on each Eligibility Exam administered in order to continue
employment.
Upon satisfactory completion of training and/or probationary status, candidates may be allowed to telecommute (work from
home).
Job Description:
The primary function of an Economic Self-Sufficiency Specialist I involves determining the eligibility of applicants and recipients
for public assistance programs. The work performed includes processing data from electronic sources and entering information
into a computer-based eligibility system under very time sensitive agency and legal requirements. Eligibility workers are
expected to handle a high volume of work which is deadline driven. Workers must be able to prioritize, plan and project their
work, while at the same time remaining flexible to frequent changes in the program policy and/or computer-based systems.
Typical duties include:
Interviewing applicants to obtain and verify information needed to determine eligibility for Food Stamps, Medicaid, and Cash
Assistance.
Learning numerous state and federal program regulations, through intensive training prior to full case assignment and then
ongoing training thereafter. This work is driven by ongoing reliance on regulations.
Instructing clients in completion of various forms, and reviewing the applications and forms submitted for completeness and
consistency.
Determining program eligibility in accordance with current regulations using the computer-based eligibility system.
Researching information provided by an applicant until satisfactory explanations regarding eligibility status is confirmed.
Reporting cases where identity theft or fraud is suspected.
Advising clients of deadlines, time frames, and necessary actions to be taken.
Working with clients who may not take the necessary actions within the required time frame.
Establishing and maintaining multiple electronic files, and conducting regular reviews and updates. Documenting all
communications and contacts with clients.
Planning and organizing a large computer caseload, ensuring that accuracy levels are maintained and cases are processed
within the specified time frames set by federal and state regulations.
Computing and authorizing grant amounts based on financial and family status. Reviewing and explaining public assistance
amounts to clients and authorizing payment of monthly benefits.
Keeping up to date on changes in rules, laws, procedures, etc. that affect processing timeliness.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Apply the policies, procedures, and programs governing the agency.
Apply the laws, rules, and regulations governing eligibility and grant determination for multiple public assistance programs and
the case administration of these programs.
Communicate with others to obtain and verify information concerning eligibility.
Detect and evaluate potential fraudulent situations.
Analyze and interpret written, numerical, and verbal data from various sources.
Enter data accurately into a computerized system.
Navigate through computer screens, complete and review basic computer documents and other forms.
Plan and organize caseload to ensure work is completed in accordance with regulations relating to eligibility and timeliness.
Read, understand, apply complicated and detailed regulations, and policy directives.
Perform a variety of mathematical computations accurately and rapidly.
Prepare, clear, concise and accurate records and reports.
Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with the public and staff.
Use computers and related software packages.
Follow written and oral directions and instructions.
In addition to career-specific skills, the following basic skills are required:
Problem-solving & decision-making
A positive attitude
Independence & initiative
A strong work ethic
Computer literacy
Self-presentation
It is the policy of the Florida Department of Children and Families that any applicant being considered for employment must
successfully complete a State and National criminal history check as a condition of employment before beginning employment,
and, if applicable, also be screened in accordance with the requirements of Chapter 435, F.S., and Chapter 408, F.S. No
applicant may begin employment until the background screening results are received, reviewed for any disqualifying offenses,
and approved by the Agency. Background screening shall include, but not be limited to, fingerprinting for State and Federal
criminal records checks through the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) and Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)
and may include local criminal history checks through local law enforcement agencies.
LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION OR REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS
Nearest Major Market: Ocala
The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.
Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.
The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.
VETERANS PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Candidates claiming Veterans Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here. All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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