Income Maintenance Caseworker II Position Available In Person, North Carolina

Income Maintenance Caseworker II Person County North Carolina 304 South Morgan Street, Roxboro, NC 27573 “Everything is Better in Person” Summary Objective Are you passionate about helping individuals and families gain access to vital support services? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment w your work directly impacts the well-being of your community? If so, Person County Government invites you to apply for one of three available Income Maintenance Caseworker II (IMC II) positions within our Department of Social Services. As an Income Maintenance Caseworker II, you will play a critical role in administering key public assistance programs, including Medicaid and Food & Nutrition Services (FNS). You will be responsible for evaluating and determining client eligibility for benefits, ensuring compliance with federal and state policies, and supporting individuals and families in navigating the complex human services system. This role involves direct interaction with the public and requires strong attention to detail, critical thinking, and a compassionate approach to client service. Why Work for Person County? Serve a vital role in improving the lives of vulnerable populations. Enjoy a collaborative team environment with opportunities for training and advancement. Receive a competitive salary and a robust benefits package, including health insurance, retirement contributions, paid time off, and more. Be part of a supportive organization that values integrity, respect, and public service. For the complete detailed job description,. 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. Essential Functions The job duties of this position involve three major areas: taking and processing applications; reviewing cases to determine continuing eligibility; and determining the effect of reported changes on cases. In order to do these functions, the IMC II must interview applicants/recipients and others to get accurate and complete information about their situation. At Intake, this involves being able to explain all available programs and options in sufficient detail to enable applicant to choose appropriate aid/program category. The IMC II must then apply program policy to the situation to determine/redetermine eligibility for assistance. Documentation and forms completion must be in sufficient detail to substantiate the decision regarding eligibility. Forms are keyed by the worker (Direct Worker Entry). Additionally, the IMC JI must process applications, reviews, quarterly reports, and changes in a timely and accurate fashion. Timely completion of all assignments is very important. For the complete detailed job description,.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements 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