Top 342 Public assistance specialists Jobs in Washington State

DSHS ESA Public Benefits Specialist 1-3
State of Washington Dept. of Social and Health Services —Seattle, WA
- $3,917 - $6,075 a month
- Full-time
- Background check
- Office
- Driver's License
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Housing Advocate (Home Safe Program)
New Beginnings - Ending Domestic Violence —Seattle, WA
- $30 - $33 an hour
- Email
- Hybrid work
- Background check
- Spanish
- Mid-level
- Commuter assistance
- Health savings account
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Admissions Counselor/Career Transition Specialist
Jackson Pierce Public Affairs, Inc —Curlew, WA
- From $41,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Background check
- Computer literacy
- Driver's License
- Paid time off
- On-the-job training
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DV Housing Case Manager (Rapid Rehousing)
Domestic Violence Services of Snohomish County —Everett, WA
- $41,600 - $45,575 a year
- Full-time
- Bilingual
- Computer literacy
- Writing skills
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Job Developer/Business Relations Specialist
True North Employment Solutions —Spokane, WA
- From $23 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- 18 years or older
- CPR Certification
- Paid training
- Health insurance
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Employment Specialist
Housing Hope —Everett, WA
- $21.00 - $28.60 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Office
- Bachelor's degree
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Employment Specialist - Whatcom County
Work Opportunities —Bellingham, WA
- $26 an hour
- Full-time
- Spanish
- CPR Certification
- Clean driving record
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Floating Compliance Specialist - LIHTC
SRM —Seattle, WA
- $36 an hour
- Full-time
- Writing skills
- English
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Community Housing Lead
Okanogan County Community Action Council —Okanogan, WA
- $26.74 - $28.37 an hour
- Overtime
- Background check
- Microsoft Excel
- Heavy lifting
- Health savings account
- AD&D insurance
Admissions Counselor/Career Transition Specialist
Jackson Pierce Public Affairs, Inc —Moses Lake, WA
- From $41,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Background check
- Computer literacy
- Driver's License
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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GOSH Supportive Housing Case Manager
De Novo Services —Asotin County, WA
- $30 an hour
- Choose your own hours
- Hybrid work
- Background check
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Paid time off
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Employment Consultant
Vadis —Tukwila, WA
- $26.50 - $31.25 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
- Mileage reimbursement
- Paid holidays
Employment Consultant
Vadis —Lynnwood, WA
- $26.50 - $31.25 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
- Mileage reimbursement
- Paid holidays
Community Inclusion Specialist/Job Coach
True North Employment Solutions —Spokane, WA
- From $23 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities
- CPR Certification
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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FCS Case Manager
AIM —Spokane, WA
- $19 - $25 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- 5 years
- Mid-level
- Mileage reimbursement
- Health insurance
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Supportive Housing Case Manager
Compass Career Solutions —Tacoma, WA
- $23.00 - $25.65 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Bilingual
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
- Paid training
- Health savings account
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Housing Development Associate
Low Income Housing Institute —Seattle, WA
- $25.85 - $31.69 an hour
- Full-time
- Word processing
- Writing skills
- Pass drug screening
- Health savings account
- AD&D insurance
Quick Apply
Supportive Housing Case Manager
Compass Career Solutions —Spokane, WA
- $23.00 - $25.65 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Bilingual
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
- Paid training
- Health savings account
Quick Apply
MTP Program Assistant (Bilingual in Chinese)
Chinese Information and Service Center (CISC) —Seattle, WA
- $23.50 - $25.50 an hour
- Full-time
- Driver's License
- Bachelor's degree
- Home Health
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Director of Housing Development
Lutheran Community Services Northwest —Seattle, WA
- $131,524.61 - $185,685.61 a year
- Full-time
- Management
- Construction site
- English
- 403(b) matching
- Paid holidays
Quick Apply
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DSHS ESA Public Benefits Specialist 1-3

State of Washington Dept. of Social and Health Services -
Seattle, WA

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Job Details

Full-time
$3,917 - $6,075 a month
7 days ago

Qualifications

Welfare eligibility determination
Driver's License

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Description

DSHS ESA Public Benefits Specialist 1-3

Economic Services Administration's Community Service Division has an exciting entry-level position as a Public Benefits Specialist, with training provided. This role involves working on-site at our Belltown Community Services Office located in Seattle, WA. When you work for us, your compassion shows at work every day, helping the lives of your fellow Washingtonians. This full-time career can be a gateway to a rewarding profession in public service.

Those hired into the Public Benefits Specialist 1-3 training plan with ESA CSD can expect a minimum monthly salary of $4,517 (Range 43, Step G). This salary will increase as the employee successfully progresses in their training. Projected timelines and ranges for this progression are shown below.

Salary Progression in Training Steps:

Public Benefits Specialist 1: $4,517.00 Step G – $5,111.00 Step L (6 months)
Public Benefits Specialist 2: $4,746.00 Step F – $5,506.00 Step L (6 months)
Public Benefits Specialist 3: $5,240.00 Step G – $5,928.00 Step L

King County employees receive 5% premium pay in addition to the advertised salary and are eligible to receive a free ORCA card for transportation use.

We look forward to welcoming dedicated people who meet the minimum requirements listed below and are eager to make a difference. See why others like you have chosen a career with us:

As a Public Benefits Specialist, you will help people applying for public assistance services through face-to-face interactions and over the phone. You'll determine eligibility for all public assistance programs by conducting interviews, obtaining information from individuals and third parties. You will also process applications received online and process all case actions using the appropriate computer programs.

Some of what you will do:

Using internal software, learn to process applications for initial and on-going eligibility determinations for Financial, Child Care, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, and Medicaid Assistance programs.

Conduct intensive interviews and independently determine eligibility.

Gather and review data, applications, and verification for each benefit program as it relates to each person's circumstances.

Process all applications and case actions in accordance with federal and state requirements based on household income and size.

Explain program requirements, application procedures, and verification needs, as well as answer questions regarding benefits or available services to clients.

How you'll grow
A career in public service can be demanding yet rewarding. Your customers come from diverse backgrounds and speak many languages. There is a lot to learn, and classroom training is a big part of the beginning. We'll be with you every step of the way.

We're looking for applicants who have the education and/or experience as listed below:

Four years in a customer service job where the major duties involved public contact or a job providing staff support in financial eligibility determination such as examining/processing loan applications, medical insurance or rehabilitation claims, or unemployment insurance claims
(College education can substitute year-for-year for experience).

OR

One year of equivalent, out-of-state experience conducting financial eligibility determination for public assistance to include financial, medical and food benefit programs.

Desired:

We would like to hire someone who:

Thrives in a standardized work setting.

Is able to learn and utilize various computer programs.

Can communicate effectively with people in diverse or difficult situations, including calming others, working with people who have communication challenges, assisting underserved populations, and discussing confidential and unpleasant options, in person and over the phone.

Can work with complex technical regulations and procedures and analyze complex situations.

Refrains from personal bias when determining eligibility.

Prioritizes and performs multiple tasks in a busy office with numerous interruptions.

Ready to start a rewarding career? Apply today!

The Department of Social and Health Services’ (DSHS) vision that people find human services to shape their own lives requires that we come together with a sense of belonging, common purpose, shared values, and meaningful work. It is crucial to our agency’s vision that you bring a fairness, access, and social justice commitment to your work with DSHS. We strive to support all Washingtonians, including Black, Indigenous, and People of Color, people with physical, behavioral health, and intellectual disabilities, elders, LGBTQIA+ individuals, immigrants and refugees, and families building financial security.

Questions? Please contact DSHS Recruiter Vincent Hamilton at [email protected] and reference job number 06038.

Supplemental Information

Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history may be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the job. This announcement may be used to fill multiple vacancies. Employees driving on state business must have a valid driver's license. Employees driving a privately owned vehicle on state business must have liability insurance on the privately owned vehicle.

Washington State Department of Social and Health Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in any area of employment, its programs or services on the basis of age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity/expression, marital status, race, creed, color, national origin, religion or beliefs, political affiliation, military status, honorably discharged veteran, Vietnam Era, recently separated or other protected veteran status, the presence of any sensory, mental, physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability, equal pay or genetic information. Persons requiring accommodation in the application process or this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the Recruiter at (360) 725-5810. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6384.

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