Employee performs entry-level professional work examining and evaluating data to determine eligibility for disability benefits under Titles II and XVI of the Social Security Act, and analyzes medical, psychological, vocational, and other evidence utilizing knowledge of federal policies, regulatory codes, legislation, directives, court precedents, or other guidelines. Bachelor's Degree from an accredited 4-year college or university with a major in vocational rehabilitation, education, psychology, nursing, or related medical or social services area. Employee takes applications, determines eligibility for, and manages a caseload for a variety of economic assistance programs. Bachelors Degree from an accredited 4-year college or university. Employee provides a variety of health and human services program activities in a helper capacity.
Work involves extensive client contact.
Ability to pass a written test at the 8th-grade level. Applicant must be certified as a Home Health Aide or must successfully pass the written competency evaluation given by the local agency prior to employment. Certification requires completion of a minimum of 75 clock hours of training including a minimum 16 hours of practicum. Applicant must possess a current West Virginia Drivers License and availability of a car for continuous use. Education equivalent to graduation from a standard 4-year high school.