Maintenance Caseworker - Carbon County Assistance Office
Listed on 2026-10-14
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Government
Government Administration, Human Services/ Social Work
Location: Lehighton
Salary
$53,008.00 - $80,646.00 Annually
LocationCarbon County, PA
Job TypeCivil Service Permanent Full-Time
Job NumberCS-
DepartmentDepartment of Human Services
DivisionHS Carbon CAO Hdq
Opening Date10/02/2026
Closing Date10/15/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Job Code44720
Position NumberUnionSEIU Local 668
Bargaining UnitF4
Pay GroupST06
Bureau / Division CodeBureau / DivisionOffice of Income Maintenance/Carbon County Assistance Office
Worksite Address101 Lehigh Drive
CityLehighton, Pennsylvania
Zip Code18235
THE POSITIONJoin the Carbon County Assistance Office as an Income Maintenance Caseworker and help individuals and families access the support they need during important moments in their lives. This role allows you to use your problem-solving skills while learning programs that make a real difference. You will build strong relationships with customers as you guide them through benefit eligibility. Step into a position where your work has a daily and meaningful impact!
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DESCRIPTION OF WORKThis position focuses on determining eligibility for a variety of assistance programs while supporting customers with clear guidance and timely casework. After attending an 8-week Income Maintenance Standard Training Program (IMSTP), you will be completing your job duties in an office setting environment. As an Income Maintenance Caseworker, you will perform the following duties:
- Eligibility Review: Evaluate applications and determine eligibility for programs such as financial assistance, Medicaid, SNAP, LIHEAP, Nursing Home Care, and Waivers
- Customer Interviews: Conduct phone and in-person interviews to gather information and understand customer circumstances
- Policy Application: Interpret and apply state and federal regulations to ensure accurate case decisions
- Data Entry: Enter information into automated systems and perform manual calculations for case processing
- Case Documentation: Write clear and thorough case comments to record changes and document decisions
- Deadline Management: Complete all assigned work within required time frames and established procedures
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
- Full-time employment, 37.5 hours per week
- Work hours are 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 60-minute lunch. This may change based on operational needs.
- Overtime and travel as operationally necessary
- Telework: This position may be eligible to telework part time. Specific details of the telework schedule will be discussed during the interview process. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Lehighton, PA.
The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. - Work Conditions: Assigned duties are performed in a controlled office environment. In counties with district offices, employees may be reassigned to different work sites due to operational needs. Reassignments will be made in compliance with contract language.
- Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $53,008.00 (before taxes).
- You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Four years of experience in interviewing or work requiring the analysis and interpretation of data; or
- A bachelor's degree; or
- Any equivalent combination of experience and training.
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