Technical and limited social services work in a district office of the Department of Social Welfare involving determination of applicant eligibility for assistance under a range of social welfare programs and provision of limited social services casework. Duties include training, technical assistance, and review of case actions for Eligibility Specialists. Considerable human relations skills are needed in dealing with clients.
Work is performed under the supervision of an administrative supervisor.
Determines client eligibility for assistance through review of application, interview, correspondence, pertinent records and other sources. Gathers data necessary to prove or disprove need and eligibility. When necessary, contacts appropriate sources to verify applicant statements. Determines applicant resources and other aspects of client status and applies to appropriate program's regulations. Determines applicant eligibility for social welfare programs, and the amount, term and form of payment.