Income Maintenance Caseworker - Perry County Assistance Office

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania•Perry County, PA

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Income Maintenance Caseworker position with the Perry County Assistance Office gives you the chance to help individuals access essential programs. This role encourages skill development while providing clear opportunities to make a meaningful impact. Join a team where your dedication helps people find stability during challenging moments.

Requirements

Four years of experience in interviewing or work requiring the analysis and interpretation of data; or A bachelor's degree; or Any equivalent combination of experience and training.
Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within 3 months of graduating with a qualifying degree.
Meet the PA residency requirement.
Able to perform essential job functions.
Submission of criminal history reports.
Pass a background investigation.
Pass an enhanced background check prior to beginning employment, including a fingerprint-based federal records check; a PA State Police clearance; a check of local law enforcement agencies where you have lived, worked, and/or attended school within the last five (5) years; and a citizenship/residency verification.

Nice To Haves

Hiring preference for this vacancy may be given to candidates who live within Perry County.

Responsibilities

Evaluate applications and determine eligibility for programs such as financial assistance, Medicaid, SNAP, LIHEAP, Nursing Home Care, and Waivers
Conduct phone and in-person interviews to gather information and understand customer circumstances
Interpret and apply state and federal regulations to ensure accurate case decisions
Enter information into automated systems and perform manual calculations for case processing
Write clear and thorough case comments to record changes and document decisions
Complete all assigned work within required timeframes and established procedures