Public Benefits Specialist

## Public Benefits Specialist
* Play a critical role in providing a safety net that supports better outcomes for Oregonians.
* Provide resources that support individual and family stability.
* Determine eligibility for people applying for various programs and benefits through interviewing, gathering and assessing information. Programs we administer include Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), Long Term Care (LTC) services, Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF), Employment Related Day Care (ERDC), Domestic Violence services and various Medicaid (Health insurance) programs.
* Experience providing services with
** respect and compassion for community members
** who have historically been marginalized, underserved, in crisis, or disadvantaged.
* Experience conducting work that requires
** attention to detail, particularly with data entry
** and reviewing financial or technical documents.
* Experience with technical skills that include
** basic computer knowledge**, Microsoft Office software and learning new web-based platforms.
* Experience recognizing symptoms and behaviors that originate from
** adapting to trauma and using trauma informed de-escalation
** tactics to minimize re-traumatization.
* ** Please make sure your application materials, resume and job history, are clearly outlined as this information will be used to determine your starting salary range. If you are selected as the final candidate and a degree is listed as a minimum qualification for the position, please be prepared to provide verification of your completed education before moving forward in the hiring process.*
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* Note:

Your resume and cover letter may be uploaded in the Resume/CV field on the online application.*
* ** The use of outside resources such as Artificial Intelligence software during applicant skill assessments, examinations, and/or interviews is prohibited unless otherwise stated by the hiring agency. Unauthorized use of outside resources during the hiring process will result in disqualification.**
* ** The State of Oregon does not request or require your age, date of birth, attendance or graduation dates from an educational institution during the application process.*
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