DSHS ALTSA HCS PUBLIC BENEFITS SPECIALIST 4
Company: State of Washington
Location: Toppenish
Posted on: November 12, 2024
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Job Description:
Salary : $54,204.00 - $72,924.00 Annually
Location : Yakima County - Toppenish, WA
Job Type: Full Time - Permanent
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: 2024-12706
Department: Dept. of Social and Health Services
Division: ALTSA
Opening Date: 11/07/2024
Closing Date: 11/14/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
Salary Information: The high end of the salary range, Step M is
typically a longevity step
Description
HCS Public Benefits Specialist 4
Home and Community Services (HCS) is currently seeking a Public
Benefits Specialist (PBS4) in Toppenish, WA.
As HCS PBS, you will provide comprehensive consultation about
complex eligibility qualifications and skilled financial guidance
to high-risk clients who are financially and medically dependent
upon a full range of services and supports.
Home and Community Services is a division of the Aging & Long-Term
Support Administration (ALTSA) which promotes, plans, develops, and
provides an array of long-term services and supports to people who
have disabilities, are seniors, or have caregivers to maximize
their independence, dignity, and quality of life.
Some of what you will do
Twelve months of experience as a Public Benefits Specialist 3.
OR
A Bachelor's degree or higher AND twelve months of experience as a
Public Benefits Specialist 2 determining eligibility for public
assistance or long-term care services.
OR
5 years of combined higher education and/or equivalent experience
may substitute for degree and PBS work experience requirements.
Total must include at least one year's equivalent work
experience.
Examples of equivalent experience include but are not limited
to:
------ Providing eligibility for services or direct customer
service serving historically marginalized communities
--- Experience examining/processing loan applications,
--- Medical insurance or rehabilitation claims,
--- Unemployment insurance claims, or
--- Providing staff support in financial eligibility determination,
or in a job analyzing, verifying, and evaluating financial data and
information,
Preferred skills, knowledge, and abilities:
Interested? Apply Today:
The Department of Social and Health Services' (DSHS) vision that
people find human services to shape their own lives requires that
we come together with a sense of belonging, common purpose, shared
values, and meaningful work. It is crucial to our agency's vision
that you bring an equity, anti-racism, and social justice
commitment to your work with DSHS. We strive to create greater
access and affirming representation of the communities we serve,
including Black, Indigenous, and People of Color, people with
physical, behavioral health, and intellectual disabilities, elders,
LGBTQIA+ individuals, immigrants and refugees, and families
building financial security.
Questions? Please contact or call the main Talent Acquisition line
at 360-725-5810 and reference job number 2024-12706.
Supplemental Information
Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record
history may be conducted. Information from the background check
will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in
determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform
in the job. This announcement may be used to fill multiple
vacancies. Employees driving on state business must have a valid
driver's license. Employees driving a privately owned vehicle on
state business must have liability insurance on the privately owned
vehicle.
Washington State Department of Social and Health Services is an
equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in any area of
employment, its programs or services on the basis of age, sex,
sexual orientation, gender, gender identity/expression, marital
status, race, creed, color, national origin, religion or beliefs,
political affiliation, military status, honorably discharged
veteran, Vietnam Era, recently separated or other protected veteran
status, the presence of any sensory, mental, physical disability or
the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a
disability, equal pay or genetic information. Persons requiring
accommodation in the application process or this job announcement
in an alternative format may contact the Recruiter at (360)
725-5810. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call
through Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or
1-800-833-6384.
E-Verify - is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of
Homeland Security
More than Just a Paycheck!
Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get,
they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket.
Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits
packages in the nation.
We understand that your life revolves around more than just your
career. Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring that you and
your family will maintain health and financial security. That's why
choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a
selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff
training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match
to meet your current and future needs.
Read about our benefits:
The following information describes typical benefits available for
full-time employees who are expected to work more than six months.
Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for
other than full-time work (e.g. part-time); view the job posting
for benefits details for job types other than full-time.
Note: If the position offers benefits which differ from the
following, the job posting should include the specific
benefits.
Insurance Benefits
Employees and their families are covered by medical (including
vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple
medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage
throughout the state.
Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible
spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars
toward their health care expenses. Employees are also covered by
basic life and long-term disability insurance, with the option to
purchase additional coverage amounts.
To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to
enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB)
website. The Washington Wellness program from the Health Care
Authority works with PEBB to support our workplace wellness
programs.
Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre-tax
dollars for a child or elder care expenses.
Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home, and renter insurance
is available through payroll deduction.
The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the
health and well-being of employees.
Retirement and Deferred Compensation
State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees'
Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two
employer contributed retirement programs. For additional
information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web
site.
Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred
Compensation Program (DCP). This is a supplemental retirement
savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over
the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the
flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.
Social Security
All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and
Medicare systems. The state and the employee pay an equal amount
into the system.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization,
and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive
student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness
Program.
Holidays
Full-time and part-time employees are entitled to paid holidays and
one paid personal holiday per calendar year.
Note: Employees who are members of certain Unions may be entitled
to additional personal leave day(s), please refer to position
specific Collective Bargaining Agreements for more information.
Full-time employees who work full monthly schedules qualify for
holiday compensation if they are employed before the holiday and
are in pay status for at least 80 nonovertime hours during the
month of the holiday; or for the entire work shift preceding the
holiday.
Part-time employees who are in pay status during the month of the
holiday qualify for the holiday on a pro-rata basis. Compensation
for holidays (including personal holiday) will be proportionate to
the number of hours in pay status in the month to that required for
full-time employment, excluding all holiday hours. Pay status
includes hours worked and time on paid leave.
Sick Leave
Full-time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month.
Overtime eligible employees who are in pay status for less than 80
hours per month, earn a monthly proportionate to the number of
hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time
employment. Overtime exempt employees who are in pay status for
less than 80 hours per month do not earn a monthly accrual of sick
leave.
Sick leave accruals for part-time employees will be proportionate
to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required
for full-time employment. Pay status includes hours worked, time on
paid leave and paid holiday.
Vacation (Annual Leave)
Full-time employees accrue vacation leave at the rates specified in
(1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA).
Full-time employees who are in pay status for less than 80
nonovertime hours in a month do not earn a monthly accrual of
vacation leave.
Part-time employees accrue vacation leave hours in accordance with
(1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA) on a
pro rata basis. Vacation leave accrual will be proportionate to the
number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for
full-time employment.
Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid
holiday.
As provided in , an employer may authorize a lump-sum accrual of
vacation leave or accelerate the vacation leave accrual rate to
support the recruitment and/or retention of a candidate or employee
for a Washington Management Service position. Vacation leave
accrual rates may only be accelerated using the rates established
WAC 357-31-165.
Note: Most agencies follow the civil service rules covering leave
and holidays for exempt employees even though there is no
requirement for them to do so. However, agencies are required to
adhere to the applicable RCWs pertaining holidays and leave.
Military Leave
Washington State supports members of the armed forces with 21 days
paid military leave per year.
Bereavement Leave
Most employees whose family member or household member dies, are
entitled to three (3) days of paid bereavement leave. In addition,
the employer may approve other available leave types for the
purpose of bereavement leave.
Additional Leave
Leave Sharing
Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
Leave Without Pay
Please visit the State HR Website for more detailed information
regarding benefits.
Updated 12-31-2022
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Choose from the following that best describes your education and/or
experience?
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Client services are provided by phone or in person Monday - Friday,
and timely services are vital to this role. Please describe the
type of customer service experience and duration you have in the
following areas: unemployment insurance, social service programs,
financial loans, benefit programs, insurance claims, medical
claims, or debt recovery.Please include which employer(s) listed on
your application that you did this type of work.
Required Question
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