Eligibility coordinator - social assistance

Overview

Languages:

English

• College/CEGEP or equivalent experience
• Human services, general
• Social work, other

2 years to less than 3 years

On site. Work must be completed at the physical location. No option to work remotely.

• Socio-economic needs or conditions (housing, nutrition, unemployment, financial assistance)

• Government department and/or agency

• Prepare reports or case histories
• Administrative and office activities
• Appraise clients' needs or eligibility for specific services
• Perform administrative tasks
• Conduct follow-up assessments
• Resolve conflict situations
• Liaise with other social services agencies and health care providers involved with clients
• Assist clients/guests with special needs
• Accompany clients to appointments and social outings
• Manage knowledge

• Aboriginal groups
• Culturally diverse groups
• Persons with mental health disabilities

• MS Office

• Criminal record check
• Driving record check (abstract)

• Own transportation
• Own vehicle
• Valid driver's licence

• Ability to work independently
• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Attention to detail

• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Interpersonal awareness
• Client focus
• Excellent written communication
• Initiative
• Team player
• Organized

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits

• Life insurance
• Mileage paid
• Pension plan

• Maternity and parental benefits

• Free parking available
• Learning/training paid by employer
• Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
• Travel insurance
• Wellness program