Eligibility Assistant - Front Desk

Eligibility Assistant This position is located in North Vernon, IN. Knowledge Services has a great opportunity for a strong customer service focused individual who wants to make a difference in their daily work life with the FSSA / Division of Family Resources (DFR) as an Eligibility Assistant. This position will provide general office support and assistance for case workers and clients applying for public assistance. This position will provide customer service and interact directly with the general public, clients, office staff, and other state personnel. The DFR is responsible for determining eligibility for individuals applying and/or receiving public assistance. Programs include TANF (cash assistance), SNAP, and Medicaid. The Eligibility Assistant staff are front desk staff who are responsible for helping collect paperwork, processing or "pushing" applications and assisting clients who are applying and/or receiving public assistance among other administrative tasks. Responsibilities include: welcoming all on-site visitors and determining nature of business, reviewing client information for accuracy, assisting with computer applications, scheduling client appointments, scanning documents into client case file, maintaining fax machines and copier functions, answering and directing incoming calls, maintaining daily activity reports, delivering outstanding customer service to all clients. Qualifications include: desire to help others, strong customer service background, ability to maintain confidentiality, handle conflict in a calm manner, reliable and dependable in the work place, ability to multi task, proven job stability, high school diploma or equivalent, clean criminal background, previous experience as a customer service representative, cashier, clerk, administrative assistant, receptionist, or front office desired. This is a long-term position where you can make an immediate impact on your community, plus the potential for promotion. The wage is $14.00/hr with paid time off, benefits, and a 37.5 hour work week of Monday-Friday 8:00AM-4:30PM. Physical requirements include: job frequently requires sitting, handling objects with hands. Job occasionally requires standing, walking, reaching, talking, hearing, and lifting up to 25 pounds. Knowledge Services is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, please contact View email address on click.appcast.io. Knowledge Services is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. Knowledge Services does not discriminate on the basis of disability, veteran status or any other basis protected under federal, state or local laws. People with disabilities, veterans, and military families are encouraged to apply. Knowledge Services