Eligibility Worker | Public Benefits Specialist
State of OregonAbout the role
Initial Posting Date:
08/04/2026Application Deadline:
08/18/2026Agency:
Department of Human ServicesSalary Range:
$4,519 - $5,988Position Type:
EmployeePosition Title:
Eligibility Worker | Public Benefits SpecialistJob Description:
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 meaningful work with purpose? As an Eligibility Worker, you’ll support individuals and families in your community, providing resources that help them thrive. Step into a career where your impact truly matters.
As an Eligibility Worker (Public Benefits Specialist), you will work in the Baker City Branch assisting Oregonians in-person. Baker City is in rural eastern Oregon.
Summary of Duties
As an Eligibility Worker, 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, by email to gather information needed to assess and determine if there is a need for services and benefits.
Assess client family strengths and needs, connecting families to other resources and programs.
Update narrative report summarizing new information from client and collateral sources.
Learn more about our programs, as your work providing services will be through the Oregon Eligibility Partnership (OEP).
Minimum Qualifications
One year of experience working at the Human Services Specialist 1 level for the State of Oregon; OR
Two years of experience working with the public, providing assistance and interpreting and applying policies, rules, or guidelines; OR
An associate degree in Behavioral Science, Social Science or a closely related field AND six months of experience working with the public, providing assistance and interpreting and applying policies, rules, or guidelines; OR
An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience relative to the class concept.
Essential Attributes
We are looking for candidates with:
Experience using basic mathematics in a work environment with a high accuracy rate.
Experience communicating complex and technical information clearly, both verbally and in writing, to people from diverse backgrounds.
Experience working in a social/human services setting, interviewing to obtain information in person and over the phone.
Experience writing clear case notes docu
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