Economic Assistance Benefits Specialist

State of South Dakota • Winner, SD

366d • $24

About The Position

This is a Full-Time position with the Department of Social Services. For more information on the Department of Social Services, please visit https://dss.sd.gov/. At the Department of Social Services (DSS), family is everything. It's the foundation of what we do every day through provision of services to strengthen and support the citizens of South Dakota. Our work is driven with our vision to build Strong Families, South Dakota's Foundation and Our Future. We believe families have the right to be safe and secure. We also believe in respecting individual and cultural differences by treating people with dignity, fairness, and respect. And, we believe in collaborative communications, teamwork, partnerships and trust for essential family services. Sound intriguing?

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree in social science, behavioral science, or other human service related fields, business administration, public administration, education, or public health.
• Experience in health care administration, finance, accounting, or insurance is preferred.
• Entry level knowledge and abilities may be acquired through any combination of training and/or experience.

Nice To Haves

• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to plan and organize work activities effectively.
• Demonstrated compassion, respect, courtesy, and tact when interacting with others.
• Confidence and innovation despite adversity.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective and collaborative working relationships with stakeholders.
• Understanding of client confidentiality concepts.
• Ability to comprehend, interpret, and apply policies, procedures, laws, and regulations.
• Ability to prepare clear and concise documentation, reports, and correspondence.

Responsibilities

• Assess and analyze current life circumstances and financial capabilities to provide assistance and services to low income individuals and their families.
• Interview, counsel, and identify available resources for clients.
• Obtain records, verify collateral information, and determine eligibility for multiple social service programs.
• Respond to public inquiries regarding social services and benefits.
• Interpret rules, regulations, and policies to ensure appropriate benefits and services are provided effectively.

Benefits

• $0 premium employee health insurance option.
• Eleven paid holidays.
• Generous vacation and sick leave accrual.
• Dental and vision insurance options.
• Retirement benefits under Class A retirement plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree