Public Assistance Caseworker

LICKING COUNTY
Newark, Ohio United States  View Map
Posted: May 08, 2025
  • Salary: USD 20.32 - 27.60 per hour USD
  • Salary Top:27
  • Full Time
  • Legal Services
  • Job Description

    Position Description:
    Duties:

    Licking County Job & Family Services (LCJFS) provides the community with public assistance, workforce development, and protective services. We are seeking talented, compassionate individuals to assist in the provision of public assistance benefits to families and individuals in need.

    LCJFS offers a team atmosphere, excellent wages and benefits, paid time off after 90 days, public retirement system, and more.

    Public Assistance Caseworkers will explain programs and determine initial and ongoing eligibility for public assistance programs such as Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF), Ohio Works First (OWF), Medicaid, SNAP/Food Assistance, etc. based on established State and Agency regulations and procedures. This includes conducting interactive interviews via phone and face-to-face. Caseworkers will utilize and enter data into specialized State software and associated computer systems. Caseworkers will process forms, prepare and issue notifications, and obtain documentation from potential recipients such as income information, family size, resources, residence data, etc. Caseworkers will compute applicant budgets and explain applicant rights and responsibilities. As applicable, caseworkers will refer applicants to other Agency or community resources. Performs other duties as assigned.
    Brief Description:
    Eligibility / Referral Specialist 2
    Job Prerequisites:
    Agency Preferred Minimum Qualifications

    Successful Public Assistance Caseworkers will possess an associate degree in a relevant area such as human services, business, accounting, or other related area and one (1) year experience working with the public. Caseworkers must have competency in the use of computers. Equivalent education and experience may be considered.
    Compensation:
    Pay Range: $20.32 - $27.60 per hour (placement in pay range is dependent on experience and education)
    About UFA:
    Licking County and the Licking County Department of Job & Family Services does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, or veteran status in employment or the provision of services.

    Closing Date/Time: Open Until Filled
  • ABOUT THE COMPANY

    • Licking County Government
    • Licking County Government

    A career in public service with Licking County Government presents an opportunity to make a difference in the community. As one of Licking County's largest employers, we currently employ approximately 1200 individuals, offering a variety of staff, managerial and professional positions in a wide range of career areas: information technology systems, human services, social services, criminology, law, planning, environmental sciences, recycling/litter prevention, safety, health and maintenance.

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