Role OverviewThe Department of Social Services (DSS) is comprised of the administrative units of the New York City Human Resources Administration (HRA) and the Department of Homeless Services (DHS). HRA is dedicated to fighting poverty and income inequality by providing New Yorkers in need with essential benefits such as Food Assistance and Emergency Rental Assistance.
What You Will Do
Determine and verify initial and on-going applicant/client eligibility for SNAP benefits through interviews, instruct and advise applicants/participants on proper procedures and appropriate forms to utilize, compute and determine the amount of financial assistance for SNAP benefits, and perform other duties as assigned.
Why It Might Be a Fit
The Family Independence Administration (FIA) is recruiting for sixty-one (61) Eligibility Specialist level II's to function as Snap Eligibility Interviewers who will help clients reach their maximum level of self-sufficiency and overcome any barriers to employment.
Requirements
- Completion of 30 semester credits at an accredited college or university
- A four high school diploma or its educational equivalent and one year of full-time satisfactory experience in one or more of the following areas
- Dealing with social service agencies, legal representatives, or aiding individuals in navigating housing, social, financial or health problems or application systems
Benefits
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Paid holidays
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