Eligibility Worker; Public Benefits Specialist Bilignual English

Position: Benefit & Eligibility Worker (Public Benefits Specialist) Bilignual English & Spanish Preferred
## Benefit & Eligibility Worker (Public Benefits Specialist) Bilignual English & Spanish Preferred As a
** Benefits &*
* ** Eligibility Worker,
** you will:
* Perform eligibility determinations, redeterminations, and periodic reviews.
* Conduct interviews with applicants applying for benefits.
* Communicate eligibility decisions to applicants.
* Provide person-centered services with a trauma-informed approach to identify needs.
* Be responsible for accurate and timely eligibility determinations across the state.
* Create a work environment where everyone feels welcomed, appreciated and valued.
* Participate in professional development opportunities and ongoing education of cultural awareness.
* One year of experience working at the Human Services Specialist 1 level for the State of Oregon; OR
* Two years of experience working with the public, providing assistance and interpreting and applying policies, rules, or guidelines; OR
* An associate degree in a Behavioral Science, Social Science or a closely related field AND six months of experience working with the public, providing assistance and interpreting and applying policies, rules, or guidelines; OR
* An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience relative to the class concept.
* Experience reviewing documents and entering information into multiple systems with accuracy.
* Experience navigating multiple software programs and web-based platforms to cross reference or verify information.
* Experience explaining complex information verbally and in writing to diverse audiences in a culturally responsive manner.
* Experience prioritizing tasks and managing workloads to consistently meet deadlines in a fast paced, dynamic environment.
* Experience building trust-based relationships and adapting to changing priorities collaboratively as a team.
** Attention all candidates!*
* ** Clearly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications and essential attributes in your application materials.
** Your application materials will determine if you are selected to move forward in the selection process. Please include detailed work and education history.
** Your application materials are used to determine your starting salary range.
** Please ensure that all education and experience you would like considered are included in your application materials.
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* Note:

** Your resume and cover letter may be uploaded in the Resume/CV field on the online application. You can attach multiple files in this area at once.
** 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.
** 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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