Eligibility Worker | Public Benefits Specialist

One year of experience working at the Human Services Specialist 1 level for the State of Oregon; OR

Two years of experience working with the public, providing assistance and interpreting and applying policies, rules, or guidelines; OR

An associate degree in Behavioral Science, Social Science or a closely related field AND six months of experience working with the public, providing assistance and interpreting and applying policies, rules, or guidelines; OR

An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience relative to the class concept.

If selected as a finalist, we will conduct a criminal history and background check. Adverse criminal history or background check may lead to disqualification.

ODHS Employee Resource Group

communities that promote shared learning.

Cost of Living Adjustments.

Annual salary increases (until you reach the top of the salary range listed).

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benefits package

Perform eligibility determinations, redeterminations, periodic reviews, and updates to changes for ODHS, Oregon Health Authority (OHA), and Department of Early Learning and Care (DELC) programs.

Interview applicants in person, by phone, by email to gather information needed to assess and determine if there is a need for services and benefits.

Assess client family strengths and needs, connecting families to other resources and programs.

Update narrative report summarizing new information from client and collateral sources.

Oregon Eligibility Partnership

(OEP).