Community Support Specialist

Community Support Specialist III Do you want to help members of your community thrive? Are you a quick learner with strong communication and organizational skills? We are seeking highly motivated, innovative, and enthusiastic staff members to join our Benefits and Community Support (BCS) Division as Community Support Specialists! A Community Support Specialist III provides case processing work to determine eligibility for the following programs: Long-Term Care (LTC) and/or, Adult Financial and Colorado Works (TANF). This position provides information, coordinates benefits, and determines initial and ongoing eligibility for applicants/recipients of multiple public assistance programs and services within Benefits and Community Support Division of The Department of Human Services. This position will require the applicant to be currently processing eligibility for SNAP and Medicaid for at least two years, and will be trained in LTC and/or Adult Financial and Colorado Works (TANF), if they have no prior training in these programs. This position provides referrals for related resources and services to collateral departments and agencies as appropriate and acts as a lead worker to review work and assist Community Support Specialists in determining eligibility and clarifying rules. At Larimer County Department of Human Services, we strive to be responsive and provide timely resources in partnership with our community so individuals and families are healthy, supported, and safe. Join our team, apply today! Want to learn more about the meaningful work we do at the Human Services Department? Visit This is a hybrid position and requires at least one day/week in the office. You will be required to have adequate internet access and space for remote work. Larimer County provides a one-time remote work stipend to assist with equipment and office supply needs for remote workspaces. You must submit three professional references with valid contact information as part of this application. Larimer County provides a one-time remote work stipend to assist with equipment and office supply needs for remote workspaces. You must submit three professional references with valid contact information as part of this application. Larimer County provides the following benefits for all Regular, Limited Term, and Appointed positions: Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits FSA or HSA (depending on the medical plan) Short and Long-Term Disability Employee Assistance Program Basic Life/AD&D Insurance Accident and Critical Illness Insurance Retirement Plan 401(a) with employer match 457(b) Deferred Compensation Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and holidays. Want to dive into the details? Check out Larimer County's Benefits.