Technical and limited social services work at a Trainee level in a district office of the Department of Social Welfare involving determination of applicant eligibility for assistance and other programs through the State Welfare System. An incumbent becomes increasingly responsible for the duties assigned.
Work is performed under the supervision of an administrative or professional supervisor.
Advancement to Social Welfare Eligibility Specialist is contingent upon meeting minimum qualifications for that class and completion of at least 12 months of satisfactory performance as a Trainee. Interviews clients and determine eligibility for continued assistance through review of application, interview, correspondence, pertinent records and other sources. Gathers through interview, application, and documentation the data necessary to prove or disprove need and eligibility. Determines applicant resources and compares them and other aspects of client's status to the appropriate program's regulations. Processes application and related paperwork for client notification and on-line computerization of data.