Must be bi-lingual (English/Spanish)

Pay Rate: $15.00/hr

Job Description:

• Meets/greets customers and assists customers with the application process (on-line and paper) and navigating through the self-service lobby.
• Ensures lobby equipment (example: copier, phone, and fax) and forms are operationally available to customers throughout the day.
• Answers general inquiry questions related to program requirements, application processing, case status, and benefit information.
• Logs customer into computer-based system for data collection and customer service resolution; follows established procedures to escalate complex customer inquiries to ensure resolution.
• Educates customers on community partners and the benefit/features of my ACCESS Account including account set-up, password resets.
• Assists customers with referrals to other agencies and community resources.
• Monitors lobby traffic flow and notifies supervisor of any issues.
• Completes client registration clearances (CRAD) as needed.
• Requests all additional information/verification required to establish or continue eligibility for public assistance programs according to Department procedures.
• Ensures electronic case records are documented thoroughly and properly as required by Department procedures.
• Processes incoming and out going mail and scanning documents into the appropriate electronic file.
• Performs special work assignments and other related work/duties as required or assigned.
• Maintains and develops professional knowledge and skills by participating in supervisory performance conferences, staff meetings, mandatory training, and workshops as assigned or required.

Skills/Knowledge:

• Knowledge of the principles and techniques of effective communication.
• Knowledge of office procedures and practices.
• Knowledge of basic arithmetic.
• Ability to deal with the public in a tactful, courteous and effective manner.
• Ability to speak clearly and correctly.
• Ability to listen effectively.
• Ability to record and evaluate data relating to applicant employment or assistance for health care or community services.
• Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures relating to applicant employment or assistance for health care or community services.
• Ability to review data for accuracy and completeness.
• Ability to organize and maintain filing systems.
• Ability to perform basic arithmetical calculations.
• Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Temporary

Pay: $15.00 - $15.01 per hour

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Lakeland, FL 33801: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person