Economic Services Caseworker III

Position Summary: Employee in this position interviews clients, determines eligibility for Long Term Care, Special Assistance, Community Alternatives Program, and completes ex-parte redeterminations within the Adult Medical Assistance Unit utilizing NC FAST; obtains necessary verifications and makes numerous contacts daily.  Employee must adhere to all federal, state, and local policies and procedures.  Excellent mathematical, computer and interviewing skills are needed for this position.     Knowledge, Skill & Abilities: Thorough knowledge of Income Maintenance Program assigned.  Considerable knowledge of all agency and community programs and services which could affect the client/applicant.  Good mathematical reasoning and computational skills. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret a variety of regulations, policies and procedures of varying complexity.  Ability to work independently and prioritize work. Ability to understand the needs and problems of clients/applicants. Ability to perform caseworker function under and within structured timeframes.     Minimum Training/Qualifications: Two years of experience as an Income Maintenance Caseworker; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.     Special Requirement: Possession of a valid North Carolina driver’s license.