DepartmentCapital Township
TitleCaseworker Listed On5/15/2024
Listed Until6/12/2024
Sangamon County Department of Community Resources/Capital Township has an opening for a Caseworker.
ResponsibilitiesUnder the direction of the Capital Township Executive Director performs duties related to all assistance programs offered by Capital Township.
Those duties include:
Assist applicants to apply for assistance programs available at Capital Township. Accept documents needed for these programs, interview and determine eligibility of all programs offered. Contact the proper person(s) such as Landlords, Utilities Companies & Employers on the behalf of the applicant. Prepare the proper paperwork needed to issue or deny the assistance, complete a case file and enter all information in the Visual TA software program. Maintain case files for on-going active clients on the Workfare and Transitional assistance programs. Keep in contact with Workfare employers, physicians, Department of Human Services and Social Security to insure eligibility continues and proper paperwork is kept current pertaining to eligibility. Issue all forms and documents for applicants as required by program guidelines. Keep narratives up to date in Visual TA pertaining to actions taken, changes in assistance or events that take place by the caseworker or client. Assist clients with referrals and information on other programs in the community they may qualify for. Perform the duties of a Receptionist as needed and any other duties assigned by the General Assistance Supervisor or Administrator.
Requirements
SkillsA qualified person for this position should have the following skills and be experienced in: Effective communication skills both written and oral, good interpersonal skills, be organized, able to multitask effectively and familiar with community social service agencies and programs. Be proficient with a computer, calculator, fax machine, copier/printer/scanner and Microsoft office programs.
BenefitsBenefits: Work Hours: Monday – Friday 8:00 am – 4:30 pm. Salary range: $30,002-$37,503; 2 weeks paid vacation, 3 personal days, 12 paid sick leave days and 13 paid holidays per year. Individual Family health, dental, and life insurance options, and retirement available.
Download County Application @ https://co.sangamon.il.us/Portals/0/Departments/Human%20Resources/Docs/SCJobApplication.pdf
Submit Application and Supporting Resume and/or References To: Justine Macklin, Executive Director of Capital Township, 2833 S. Grand Avenue, East Springfield, IL 62703 OR Fax to .
Deadline: open until filled
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