Junior Adjudicator

Norwescap•Phillipsburg, NJ

20h•Onsite

About The Position

Norwescap is seeking a dedicated Junior Adjudicator who will be responsible for adjudicating applications for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program, Universal Service Fund and any additional energy savings programs. Apply regulations and procedures from DCA LIHEAP policy and procedures to determine eligibility for energy assistance programs. Provides information and referral to other Norwescap Sr. Adjudicator and outside agencies.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED (required)
Proficient in Microsoft Office 365 (required)
Driver's license
Maintain confidentiality of information
Ability to remain tactful and respectful to participants, either on the phone or in person
Must be able to follow oral and written communication from supervisors
Must be able to read and follow program and agency manuals

Nice To Haves

Associates degree or higher preferred with a degree in social work or related field (preferred)
2+ years in human services or nonprofit organizations (preferred)

Responsibilities

Adjudicate LIHEAP/USF applications in accordance with DCA LIHEAP regulations in a state-run Microsoft 365 database system, as well as any additional energy savings programs.
Maintain production goals in accordance with program needs and in conjunction with the program director.
Establish and maintain program participant files, prepare necessary correspondence to obtain required documentation to complete an application, and continue and modify regular and emergency assistance applications for eligibility at the time of funding.
Point of contact for all client communication (i.e.. Email, Call Center, Walk-ins) and partnership organizations that assist with client applications
Create and maintain an outreach calendar of events and create new partnerships when out of office
Attend all BPU/DCA-sponsored events and Housing and Community Development Department Events
Maintain a workflow of clerical support functions to ensure proper communication from the call center to Adjudicators
Assist with new program/project development and planning
Participating in Norwescap committees and internal meetings