Social Service Specialist 2 (TB90) 07341
Location: Puyallup, Washington
Description: State of Washington is currently seeking to employ Social Service Specialist 2 (TB90) 07341 right now, this vacancy will be assigned in Washington. More complete informations about this vacancy opportunity kindly read the description below. Our Vision is: Safe, healthy individuals, families and communities Our Mission is: The Department of Social and Health Services w! ill improve the safety and health of individuals, families and communities by providing leadership and establishing and participating in partnerships. Our Values are: Excellence in Service Respect Collaboration and Partnership Diversity Accountability The Department of Social and Health Services, Economic Services Administration (ESA), Community Services Division (CSD) is recruiting for one (1) permanent Social Services Specialist 2 position located within the Puyallup CSO.
Duties:
Provides support and facilitation for those TANF, Aged Blind Disabled, and Medical Care Services clients needing access to federal disability benefits, specifically SSI and SSDI. Applies medical diagnostic terminology and categories to assist and determine client incapacity/disability. Tracks outcomes of referrals to SSA. Under certain circumstances, may need to provide full scope of social service support to an individual client. The primary focus of the funded position is to! provide SSI facilitation. Key Activities for this position in! clude increasing unduplicated SSI filings, reducing missed deadlines, ensuring a current Interim Assistance Reimbursement Agreement is completed with ABD cases, and assuring TANF cases in XB compoents receive SSI facilitation services.
Duties include, but are not limited to:
- Interviews, evaluates, and refers TANF and ABD/MCS clients for medical, psychiatric, and other tests.
- Reviews and interprets test results to determine level of incapacity.
- Facilitates the application process for TANF and ABD/MCS clients by assisting them to complete the SS application, coordinating medical examinations, gathering medical documents and providing professional psychosocial assessment of their circumstances.
- Facilitate the transition to federal medical benefit programs per program related polices.
- Serves as liaison for the client and works collaboratively with DDS, SSADO, medical providers, attorneys, CSO based social workers.!
- Monitor participation in treatment needed to document medical conditions.
- Distinguish between physical/mental condition and chemical dependency.
- Monitor application process to ensure all deadlines for appeals are made.
- Tracks outcome of facilitation; prepare reports and analysis for local, regional, and statewide data purposes.
- Document assessments and case management services in appropriate electronic case management system, including but not limited to SSPS, ICMS, E-Jas, Barcode, ACES, ACES on-line.
- Ensuring there is an appropriate IARA.
- Travels as needed, makes home visits.
- Screen for and assist individuals in accessing VA benefits.
- Other duties as assigned.
REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
Eighteen months as a Social Service Specialist 1 (formerly Social Worker 1) since July 1, 1988. OR A Master's degree in social servi! ces, human services, behavioral sciences, or an allied field, and one y! ear as a Social Service Specialist 1 (formerly Social Worker 1) or equivalent paid social service experience.
***To have your experience count as “ paid †status, please either: 1. put the salary in the requested section of the “Work Experience†section, OR 2. clearly state that the experience you are describing in the “Duties†section of the “Work Experience†is PAID . OR A Bachelor's degree in social services, human services, behavioral sciences, or an allied field, and two years of paid social service experience performing functions equivalent to a Social Service Specialist 1.
Note: A two year Master's degree in one of the above fields that included a practicum will be substituted for one year of paid social service experience.
*** For Practicum consideration, your practicum must be identified in the “work experience†section of your application and labeled “Practicumâ€
Ability to:
Ability to build effect! ive working relationships with co-worker, partner agencies, contract providers, and the public, characterized by a high level of acceptance, cooperation, and mutual respect.
Ability to defuse a hostile situation.
Ability to follow supervisory directives.
Ability to multitask in an environment of change.
Regular and predictable attendance.
Ability to communicate clearly in wording and orally to a diverse range of audiences, individuals, and stakeholders.
Interview clients with Limited English Proficiency working with interpreters and translators as necessary or requested.
Ability to conduct assessments remotely, including the home (or other location) of the client.
Ability to be empathetic and engage with the "hard to serve".
Ability to use multiple computer applications simultaneously.
Technical skills in the use of automated equipment and software applications for the majority of the work, such as computers and Microsoft Office Suite! software products, agency-specific systems such as ICMS, EJAS, DCS, Go! od Cause, ACES ONLINE, BARCODE, telephones, fax & copy machines, etc.
Use crisis, stress & time management strategies for self and clients.
Monitor client program activities.
Maintain electronic files.
Supplemental Information:
This position is covered under the Collective Bargaining Agreement (WFSE). Therefore, as a condition of employment, candidates who are appointed are required to become members of the Washington Federation of State Employees, or pay other representational fees within the first 30 days of employment.
Employees/applicants will be required to sign a release authorizing the background check. Failure to do so shall disqualify the applicant from employment in these positions. Information obtained from background checks will not necessarily preclude employment.
Must have ability to work with diverse populations and travel may be required. SPECIAL NOTE: Attention to detail is important to the successful completion of yo! ur application for this position.
- Carefully review your application before submitting .* HOW TO APPLY:
Please note that initial screening will be solely based on the contents and completeness of the “work experience†section of your application in NeoGov. The information provided in your Application must support your selected answers in the application questionnaire. All answers are verified and documentation may be required. Responses not supported in your application will disqualify you for consideration of employment from this requisition. A thorough reference check will be conducted for final applicants. Should you be chosen for an interview, you must bring proof of your highest level of education completed. Other Information The Washington State Department of Social and Health Services is an equal opportun! ity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, marita! l status, sexual orientation, race, creed, color, national origin, honorably discharged veteran or military status, or the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability. Persons requiring accommodation in the application process or this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the recruiter at (360) 725-5861. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388. Should you have questions about completing the online application, please contact the recruiter Stephanie White at stephanie.white@dshs.wa.gov or 360-725-5861.
If you have questions regarding this position (TB90), please call Melanie Knudsen-Leahy 360.725.4806.
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