If you are looking for a rewarding career in public service and want to make a difference in the lives of those who live in your community, an Income Maintenance Caseworker position is for you!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
You will determine initial/ongoing eligibility for public assistance benefit programs administered by the Philadelphia County Assistance Office. You will be assigned a matrix level workload, which may include cash assistance, medical assistance, or SNAP category cases. You will utilize bilingual skills to communicate orally and in writing in both Arabic and English.
Additional details regarding the duties of this position may be found in the Position Description.
Work hours and additional information:
The Department of Human Services provides a competitive salary, contractual pay increases, and opportunity for advancement.
Hours of Work: 8:30am-5:00pm, Monday-Friday, 1-hour lunch.
Travel: As needed.
Overtime: As needed.
May change based on operational needs.
Multiple positions may be filled from this posting.
WORK CONDITIONS: Assigned work duties are performed in a controlled office environment. In Counties with District Offices, employees may be reassigned to different work sites due to operational need. Reassignments will be made in compliance with contract language.
You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Please check your email, including spam folders, for these notices.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
Qualifications:
You must have successfully examined and have a current score on file. If you have not already done so, you must first apply to the INCOME MAINTENANCE CASEWORKER (ONLINE EXAM) posting and follow the directions provided.
This position requires the selected candidate to be able to read, write, and speak in Arabic. You may be contacted for an Arabic speaking proficiency evaluation. If contacted, you must pass the speaking evaluation in order to be deemed eligible for this position. Your proficiency in reading and writing in Arabic must be demonstrated during the probationary period to achieve regular status in the position.
You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency.
You must be able to perform essential job functions.
Legal Requirements:
You must pass a background investigation.
Veterans: Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans’ Preference tab or contact us at [email protected].
The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.
Health & WellnessWe offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.* Work/Life BalanceWe understand that there is more to life than work – and we want you to enjoy it!For most positions, we offer paid vacation days, paid sick days, military leave, as well as paid time off for most major U.S. holidays. Alternate work schedules are available for certain positions. Career DevelopmentWe want to help you grow and see your goals become a reality! Supervisors and human resource staff are available to help employees create a plan to develop skills for their current jobs or prepare for the next step in their careers. Employees can easily transfer between positions or agencies to expand knowledge and pursue new challenges while retaining leave and benefits. Additionally, there are a variety of programs available to help get you where you need to be.Other RewardsCommonwealth employees enjoy many other rewards, including opportunities for recognition, workplace charitable giving, and even special employee-only discounts. For more information about benefits, health and wellness, work-life balance, career development, and other rewards go to www.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box. *Eligibility rules apply.
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