La Plata County

This description is a summary of our understanding of the job description. Click on 'Apply' button to find out more. Role Description This role involves serving the public and connecting individuals and families to stabilization services like food, medical, cash, and childcare benefits. - Conduct interviews to determine eligibility - Process eligibility changes for various financial programs - Connect individuals or families with additional services and supports available within the community - Extensive data entry, interview, and computer skills required - Excellent verbal and written communication skills - Ability to work independently - Must live within Colorado; remote work is possible - Testing, background check, and valid driver’s license required Qualifications - High School diploma or GED - Two years of progressively responsible clerical or data entry work - Any combination of education, training, and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities Requirements - Knowledge of recordkeeping and/or case documentation - Knowledge of community resources available to assist clients - Correct English usage, including spelling, grammar, punctuation, and vocabulary - All computer applications and hardware related to performance of the essential functions of the job - Skill in interviewing techniques - Using tact, discretion, initiative, and independent judgment within established guidelines - Preparing clear and concise reports of contact, correspondence, and other written materials - Time management, setting priorities, meeting critical deadlines, and following up on assignments with a minimum of direction - Applying logical thinking to solve problems or accomplish tasks - Using multiple monitors and programs to accurately and rapidly enter and retrieve data and information - Using mathematics - Communicating clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing Company Description La Plata County prohibits discrimination against or harassment of any person employed or seeking employment with La Plata County on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, national origin, disability, veteran status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status or genetic information. - La Plata County is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer - La Plata County takes affirmative action to assure equal employment opportunity for protected classes, persons with disabilities, and for covered veterans - Covered veterans include: special disabled veterans, recently separated veterans, Vietnam era veterans, or any other veterans who served on active duty during a war or in a campaign or expedition for which a campaign badge was authorized