Maintenance Caseworker II - Medicaid or Food & Nutrition Unit

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Due to the expansion of Medicaid services and the growing need to connect eligible individuals and families with essential benefits, the Person County Department of Social Services is seeking four dedicated and service-oriented Income Maintenance Caseworker II (IMC II) professionals to join our Income Maintenance team.

These positions offer an opportunity to serve the residents of Person County by helping individuals and families access vital healthcare coverage and food assistance. If you are detail-oriented, compassionate, organized, and committed to public service, we encourage you to consider joining our team!

The Income Maintenance Caseworker II positions are assigned to either the Medicaid Unit or the Food & Nutrition Services Unit within the Income Maintenance Program. These units play a critical role in helping eligible residents obtain and maintain access to essential public assistance programs.

Working within established state and federal policies, procedures, and regulations, the Income Maintenance Caseworker II evaluates applications, verifies information, determines eligibility, and maintains accurate case records to ensure benefits are administered appropriately and efficiently. This position requires sound judgment, strong analytical and communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple cases while providing professional, respectful, and responsive customer service.

Medicaid Expansion positions are contingent based on funding.

The starting salary will be determined with consideration given to both the candidate's educational background and relevant work experience.

Must possess a valid driver's license and have an acceptable driving record per County policy.

This is a non-exempt position working 37.5 hours weekly/1950 hours annually.

Required Minimum Training:

• One year of experience as an Income Maintenance Caseworker or as an Eligibility Specialist.
• If the required minimum training is not met, consideration will be for an Income Maintenance Caseworker I working against an Income Maintenance Caseworker II.

Person County conducts pre-employment screening on candidates. Job offers are conditional pending the following:

• A pre-employment drug screen for all candidates. Positions designated by Person County as Safety Sensitive are also subject to random drug and alcohol testing.
• A background check for all candidates. Some positions also require a credit check.
• Additional screening and testing required for some positions.
• Within 3 days of the start of your employment with the County, you must be able to provide proof of your eligibility to work in the US.

Person County Government is an Equal Opportunity/E-Verify Employer

Person County Government offers a wide range of employee benefits for full-time employees.

Employee Benefits NC STATE RETIREMENT SYSTEM Employee contributes 6% of pre-tax salary and county contributes 14.39% for county employees and 16.08% for law enforcement effective 7/1/2024. EMPOWER 401K & 457 County contributes 5% of your salary into the 401k and you can contribute up to 80% of your compensation or up to $17,500. No county contribution for part-time PAID LEAVE ANNUAL LEAVE 0-2 years - 12 days per year 3-4 years - 15 days per year 5-9 years - 17 days per year 10-14 years - 20 days per year 15-19 years - 22 days…