New Job Food & Nutrition Services - Eligibility Team Lead In North Carolina
|
| Food & Nutrition Services - Eligibility Team Lead |
Food & Nutrition Services - Eligibility Team Lead
Company : Wake County Government
Salary : $20.19 - $27.26 an hour
Location : North Carolina
Full Description
What You'll Be Doing
The Economic and Social Services Division includes more than 500 staff that provide a variety of services to address the needs of Wake County citizens. This Division is committed to protecting children and older adults by helping people meet their basic needs and strengthening families. The Food Assistance Program (once referred to as Food Stamps) helps low-income households with their monthly food expenses. The purpose of Food and Nutrition Services is to end hunger and improve nutrition and health. It helps eligible low-income households buy the food they need for a nutritionally adequate diet. We are recruiting for a Food and Nutrition Services - Eligibility Team Lead to join the Wake County team!
The Food and Nutrition Services Eligibility Team Lead provides advanced-level guidance and support to case management staff and trainees, acts as a resource for handling complex cases, and conducts case quality reviews. This position is housed at the Swinburne office in Raleigh and will travel to regional offices periodically.
Essential functions include:
Answering staff policy questions
Preparing and presenting mini-trainings to staff as needed
Meeting regularly with trainees to check work, monitor progress, and provide mentoring
Maintaining case action and case management responsibility for vacant caseloads and when a caseworker is absent, sick, or on leave
Completing quality reviews of staff casework
Assigning work to staff and providing supervisory coverage as needed
Answering general public and facility inquiries
Assisting Program Managers and other team leaders as needed
NOTE: Wake County Health and Human Services employees are required to be in their current role for a minimum of one (1) year to be eligible to apply for another Human Services position. Upon acceptance of employment you acknowledge that (i) you will rescind your application for any other positions within Wake County Health and Human Services, (ii) after accepting your position with Wake County Health and Human Services you must remain in your role for one (1) year before you are eligible to apply for another position within Wake County Health and Human Services, (iii) if you work in the Health Clinics and Public Health Division, influenza immunization is a condition of initial and continued employment, subject to compliance with federal law, (iv) actively supports and participates in department emergency preparedness and response activities, which may include temporary changes in responsibilities and working hours.
About Our Team
Wake County Health and Human Services (WCHHS) is the consolidation of programs and services that include social services, public health, job search assistance, child support, and transportation. Our mission, in partnership with the community, is to facilitate full access to high quality and effective health and human services for Wake County residents. In addition to our numerous standard programs, Wake County Health and Human Services (WCHHS) is engaged in a number of special initiatives that are impacting services and programs throughout our entire agency. Whether legislated down from the changing regulations on the Federal or State level or bubbling up from the entrepreneurial spirit of our staff, you can always look forward to Wake County Health and Human Services implementing new and exciting enhancements to our services and programs.
The Basics (Required Education and Experience)
Bachelor's degree
Two (2) years of job-related experience
A valid driver's license and a safe driving record may be required
Equivalent education or experience is accepted
Beyond the Basics (Preferred Education and Experience)
Two or more years of case manager experience in Food and Nutrition Services
Experience working in NC Fast
How Will We Know You're 'The One'?
Knowledge of Food and Nutrition Services
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Intermediate or higher skill level in Microsoft Excel
Ability to apply complex policy to determine client eligibility, instruct staff in determining eligibility and monitoring eligibility determinations
Ability to present information to individuals; ability to convey information clearly and concisely either verbally or in writing to ensure that listener understands the information and the message
Ability to listen and respond appropriately to others
Ability to be relied upon to ensure that projects within areas of responsibility are completed in a timely manner
Knowledge of principles and processes for providing excellent customer service. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction
About This Position
Location: Human Services Center Swinburne Raleigh, NC 27610
Employment Type: Regular
Work Schedule: Mon - Fri 8:15 am -5:00 pm
Hiring Range: $20.19 - $27.26 commensurate with experience
Posting Closing Date: 7:00 pm on 12/6/2021
What Makes Wake Great
Home to the State Capital, Wake County is one of the fastest growing areas in the nation and the most populous county in the state, with more than 1.1 million residents. The County has received national and international rankings and accolades from publications such as Money, Fortune, and Time magazines as being one of the best places to live, work and play. The central location of the County allows for a short drive to the spectacular mountains or coast. Wake County Government is governed by a seven-member Board of Commissioners, who are elected at-large to serve two-year terms. Wake County Government has a general operating budget of $1.57 billion, employs over 4400 employees, experiences minimal turnover, and is an award-winning leader in wellness and technology initiatives; such as offering employees and covered spouses free access to the Employee Health Center. Wake County Government offers a wide range of training and development opportunities, a stable career in public service with a balance of work and family life, flexible work schedules and a competitive salary and benefits package.
Wake County provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.
Position may require a background check that may include: criminal, credit, motor vehicle, education, and sexual offender registry or others based on job requirements. Unless required by state law, a record of conviction will not automatically exclude you from consideration for employment. Wake County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
In the event of an emergency, as determined by the County Manager or designee, participation in preparedness and response operations should be expected. Employee may be required to fill a temporary assignment in a role different from standard duties, work hours and/or work location in preparation for, during and after the emergency. Employee may also be required to participate in relevant exercises and regular preparedness training.
The Economic and Social Services Division includes more than 500 staff that provide a variety of services to address the needs of Wake County citizens. This Division is committed to protecting children and older adults by helping people meet their basic needs and strengthening families. The Food Assistance Program (once referred to as Food Stamps) helps low-income households with their monthly food expenses. The purpose of Food and Nutrition Services is to end hunger and improve nutrition and health. It helps eligible low-income households buy the food they need for a nutritionally adequate diet. We are recruiting for a Food and Nutrition Services - Eligibility Team Lead to join the Wake County team!
The Food and Nutrition Services Eligibility Team Lead provides advanced-level guidance and support to case management staff and trainees, acts as a resource for handling complex cases, and conducts case quality reviews. This position is housed at the Swinburne office in Raleigh and will travel to regional offices periodically.
Essential functions include:
Answering staff policy questions
Preparing and presenting mini-trainings to staff as needed
Meeting regularly with trainees to check work, monitor progress, and provide mentoring
Maintaining case action and case management responsibility for vacant caseloads and when a caseworker is absent, sick, or on leave
Completing quality reviews of staff casework
Assigning work to staff and providing supervisory coverage as needed
Answering general public and facility inquiries
Assisting Program Managers and other team leaders as needed
NOTE: Wake County Health and Human Services employees are required to be in their current role for a minimum of one (1) year to be eligible to apply for another Human Services position. Upon acceptance of employment you acknowledge that (i) you will rescind your application for any other positions within Wake County Health and Human Services, (ii) after accepting your position with Wake County Health and Human Services you must remain in your role for one (1) year before you are eligible to apply for another position within Wake County Health and Human Services, (iii) if you work in the Health Clinics and Public Health Division, influenza immunization is a condition of initial and continued employment, subject to compliance with federal law, (iv) actively supports and participates in department emergency preparedness and response activities, which may include temporary changes in responsibilities and working hours.
About Our Team
Wake County Health and Human Services (WCHHS) is the consolidation of programs and services that include social services, public health, job search assistance, child support, and transportation. Our mission, in partnership with the community, is to facilitate full access to high quality and effective health and human services for Wake County residents. In addition to our numerous standard programs, Wake County Health and Human Services (WCHHS) is engaged in a number of special initiatives that are impacting services and programs throughout our entire agency. Whether legislated down from the changing regulations on the Federal or State level or bubbling up from the entrepreneurial spirit of our staff, you can always look forward to Wake County Health and Human Services implementing new and exciting enhancements to our services and programs.
The Basics (Required Education and Experience)
Bachelor's degree
Two (2) years of job-related experience
A valid driver's license and a safe driving record may be required
Equivalent education or experience is accepted
Beyond the Basics (Preferred Education and Experience)
Two or more years of case manager experience in Food and Nutrition Services
Experience working in NC Fast
How Will We Know You're 'The One'?
Knowledge of Food and Nutrition Services
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Intermediate or higher skill level in Microsoft Excel
Ability to apply complex policy to determine client eligibility, instruct staff in determining eligibility and monitoring eligibility determinations
Ability to present information to individuals; ability to convey information clearly and concisely either verbally or in writing to ensure that listener understands the information and the message
Ability to listen and respond appropriately to others
Ability to be relied upon to ensure that projects within areas of responsibility are completed in a timely manner
Knowledge of principles and processes for providing excellent customer service. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction
About This Position
Location: Human Services Center Swinburne Raleigh, NC 27610
Employment Type: Regular
Work Schedule: Mon - Fri 8:15 am -5:00 pm
Hiring Range: $20.19 - $27.26 commensurate with experience
Posting Closing Date: 7:00 pm on 12/6/2021
What Makes Wake Great
Home to the State Capital, Wake County is one of the fastest growing areas in the nation and the most populous county in the state, with more than 1.1 million residents. The County has received national and international rankings and accolades from publications such as Money, Fortune, and Time magazines as being one of the best places to live, work and play. The central location of the County allows for a short drive to the spectacular mountains or coast. Wake County Government is governed by a seven-member Board of Commissioners, who are elected at-large to serve two-year terms. Wake County Government has a general operating budget of $1.57 billion, employs over 4400 employees, experiences minimal turnover, and is an award-winning leader in wellness and technology initiatives; such as offering employees and covered spouses free access to the Employee Health Center. Wake County Government offers a wide range of training and development opportunities, a stable career in public service with a balance of work and family life, flexible work schedules and a competitive salary and benefits package.
Wake County provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.
Position may require a background check that may include: criminal, credit, motor vehicle, education, and sexual offender registry or others based on job requirements. Unless required by state law, a record of conviction will not automatically exclude you from consideration for employment. Wake County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
In the event of an emergency, as determined by the County Manager or designee, participation in preparedness and response operations should be expected. Employee may be required to fill a temporary assignment in a role different from standard duties, work hours and/or work location in preparation for, during and after the emergency. Employee may also be required to participate in relevant exercises and regular preparedness training.