Initial Posting Date:

06/04/2024

Application Deadline:

06/18/2024

Agency:

Department of Human Services

Salary Range:

$3,776 - $5,232

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Benefit & Eligibility Worker (Human Services Specialist 3) Bilingual English/Spanish Encouraged

Job Description:

We are in search of a Benefit and Eligibility Worker to become part of our Eligibility Team at the La Pine Self Sufficiency Office.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are actively working to build an equitable agency with the Equity North Star as our guide toward our vision of an agency free of racism, discrimination and bias. We believe that teams in which everyone can show up as their full authentic self are key to creating a thriving workforce that can better serve communities. We welcome members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQIA2S+ community members, and others to apply.

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.

You will work in the La Pine assisting Oregonians in-person. This position is not remote.

Bilingual Spanish Encouraged

Bilingual language skills help us to better serve Oregonians. We offer bilingual differential pay, which is an extra 5% of the employee’s base pay upon passing test(s) evaluating your proficiency in a language other than English. Bilingual language skills are encouraged for this position, but are not required.

Oregon Department of Human Services is committed to an inclusive workforce.  We advance equity and diversity in all that we do by welcoming applicants 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, antiracist and inclusive community.

Employment information session:

If you are interested in hearing more about this position, other positions within ODHS in Central Oregon, benefits, career advancement opportunities and important tips for applying, you are welcome to join an informational meeting via Teams.  Some of our staff will be there to share information and answer questions.  This is not part of the interview process and is open to the public.

First Monday of every month from 4 to 5 pm PST.  Join on your computer or mobile app Click here to join the meeting Or call in (audio only) +1 971-277-2343,,387820144#   United States, Portland

Third Monday of every month from 4 to 5 pm PST.  Join on your computer or mobile app Click here to join the meeting Or call in (audio only) +1 971-277-2343,,270032421#   United States, Portland

Oregon Department of Human Services (ODHS), A place to belong and make a difference!

• When you join the ODHS, you join a community of over 10,000 employees dedicated to serving and helping Oregonians achieve wellbeing and independence through opportunities that protect, empower, respect choice, and preserve dignity.

• Connect with ODHS Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and find a place to belong, build community and participate in shared learning. ERGs are employee-driven committees that support each other as well as the ODHS’ overall mission and vision. 

• We are committed to building an antiracist and equitable agency. Equity is foundational to our role as a human services agency, and we are committed to integrating equity into all we do. The Equity North Star has four points that explain the agency's goals related to equity, inclusion, and racial justice.

• We know that life is unpredictable and ODHS cares about keeping you well. Enjoy a work-life balance, 11 paid holidays a year,