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Economic Support Specialist ll
Job in
Jefferson, Jefferson County, Wisconsin, 53549, USA
Listing for:
Jefferson County
Full Time
position
Listed on 2026-11-08
Job specializations:
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Social Work
Human Services/ Social Work
Job Description & How to Apply Below
The Economic Support Division within Jefferson County Human Services serves Jefferson County residents who are low income, faced with an economic setback, and/or need additional financial support as they work towards greater self-sufficiency.
WHAT YOU WILL DOThe purpose of this position is to assess, determine eligibility, and provide case management services for Federal, State, and County economic support-related programs for the residents of Jefferson County.
SOME ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES- Operates in the County Call Center, assisting customers with benefit applications, questions, concerns, changes, general information, and understanding of programs.
- Interviews applicants in person and by telephone and electronically processes application to determine eligibility for services by gathering client's financial and non-financial data, entering data accurately into various computer systems, and assisting clients in completing forms appropriately.
- Understands Federal and State policies for all programs, with the ability to interpret program benefits and eligibility requirements.
- Evaluates clients' need for services offered by other agencies. Refer clients to needed services.
- Five years of related experience; or associate degree in a related field and two to three years of Economic Support Specialist experience.
- Currently trained in Elderly, Blind and Disabled Economic Support programs for all Specialist Positions
- Bachelor's degree from a college or university; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Bilingual in Spanish.
- Trained in Long Term Care (For LTC positions) or Wisconsin Shares Child Care (For Child Care positions)
We pay $26.90 - $29.20/ hour based on candidate's successful experience and qualification.
Benefit Highlights if Full Time- Paid Vacation
- Health Insurance
- Health insurance Opt Out Plan
- Dental & Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Wisconsin Retirement System
- Health Savings Account
- Deferred Compensation Program
- Long Term Disability
- Short Term Disability
- Accident Insurance
- Competitive Pay
- Excellent Benefits
- Great Coworkers
- Flexibility
- Advancement & Opportunity
- Family Feel
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