Initial Posting Date:
06/09/2025
Application Deadline:
06/23/2025
Agency:
Department of Human Services
Salary Range:
$4,023 - $5,575
Position Type:
Employee
Position Title:
Human Services Specialist 3. Bilingual Spanish Required.
Job Description:
This position is bilingual and requires duties to be done in both English and Spanish. Job offer will be contingent upon passing test(s) evaluating your proficiency in the bilingual requirements of the position. **Bilingual differential pay is provided to positions that require to use a language other than English to fulfill their job duties within their position. Bilingual differential pay is 5% of the employee's base pay.
The
Oregon Department of Human Services
is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are guided by our Equity North Star
and our vision for a positive RiSE organizational culture
that advances equity and diversity. We encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQIA2S+ community members, and others to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.
Opportunity awaits!
Looking for a rewarding career where you can work alongside a team of dedicated individuals to support Oregonians? This opportunity offers growth and the chance to positively impact lives.
As an Eligibility Worker, you will work in the Springfield Branch assisting Oregonians in-person. This position is not eligible for remote work.
Summary of Duties
As an Eligibility Worker (Human Services Specialist 3), you will:
- Perform eligibility determinations, redeterminations, periodic reviews, and updates to changes for ODHS, Oregon Health Authority (OHA), and Department of Early Learning and Care (DELC) programs.
- Interview applicants in person, by phone and via our online applicant portal to gather information needed to assess and determine if there is a need for services and benefits.
- Assessing client family strengths and needs, connecting families to other community resources and programs.
- You will update narrative report summarizing new information from client and collateral sources, findings of home visit, and conclusions.
Learn more about our programs, as your work providing services will be through the
Oregon Eligibility Partnership
(OEP).
Minimum Qualifications
- Two years of experience determining eligibility for an agency program by interviewing to assess the needs of clients and interpreting and applying the policies, rules, and guidelines applicable to the client's situation.
- An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience relative to the class concept.
Essential Attributes
We are looking for candidates with:
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: Demonstrated commitment to continued learning and the ability to promote a culture of equitable treatment, belonging, and commitment to fostering an anti-racist workplace.
- Detailed-Oriented/Accuracy: Experience meeting or exceeding accuracy and attention to detail expectations for your assigned tasks, outcomes and follow up actions.
- Customer Service: Experience providing customer service in a professional environment to a high volume of diverse customers in a manner that demonstrates active listening and compassion.
- Communication: Experience explaining technical information such as rules or procedures verbally and in writing to individuals and groups who are unfamiliar with the subject and/or learn and communicate differently than you.
- Computer Skills: Demonstrated experience in using computers, web browsers, and programs such as Excel, Outlook, etc., experience should include using multiple systems in tandem for research, tracking data and results.
- Organizational Skills: Experience remaining organized, using good time management skills to prioritize tasks and responsibilities appropriately in a fast paced, high productivity environment.
Attention all candidates!
Clearly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications and essential attributes in your application or resume. Your application materials will determine if you are selected to move forward in the selection process. Please include detailed work and education history.
The use of outside resources such as Artificial Intelligence software during applicant skill assessments, examinations, and/or interviews is prohibited unless otherwise stated by the hiring agency. Unauthorized use of outside resources during the hiring process will result in disqualification.
Working Conditions
- Work is conducted in offices and other program sites. This position is not eligible for remote work.
- May require sitting at a terminal or telephone for prolonged periods of the workday.
- Contact with the public, including contact with Oregonians experiencing emotional and financial stress.
- Serve a diverse range of customers with compassion and professionalism through a trauma informed lens.
- Will require sitting at a computer or telephone for prolonged periods of the workday.
- Experience high volume of computer work, using various computer programs in a fast-paced environment.
- Priorities and procedures may change daily and require the ability to be flexible in application of procedures.
Background Checks and Requirements
- If selected as a finalist, we will conduct a criminal history and background check. Adverse criminal history or background check may lead to disqualification.Additional background check information.
- The Oregon Department of Human Services does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security’s I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States. ODHS will use E-Verify to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.
- A valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record is required for this position.
Benefits
- ODHS Employee Resource Groupcommunities that promote shared learning.
- Cost of Living Adjustments.
- Annual salary increases (until you reach the top of the listed salary range).
- Amazingbenefits package.
- Possible eligibility for thePublic Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
Employment Preference
Veterans’ preference:
- Veterans’ preference information.
- How to submit your Veteran documents for preference. Please do not attach your Veterans’ preference documentation in the Resume/CV field of your application.
General Information
- This is a permanent, full-time position and is represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU).
- The salary listed is the non-PERS qualifying salary range. If the successful candidate is PERS qualifying, the salary range will reflect an additional 6.95%.
- This recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies in the same classification.
Contact Information
We invite you to contact the recruiter for accommodation requests under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), application questions or job-specific questions.
- The recruiter for this position is Brent Lawrence. If you contact the recruiter, please include the job requisition number.
- Email:
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