CODE: 195.267-010Buy the DOT:Download/CD-ROM
TITLE(s): ELIGIBILITY WORKER (government ser.)

Interviews applicants or recipients to determine eligibility for public assistance: Interprets and explains rules and regulations governing eligibility and grants, methods of payment, and legal rights to applicant or recipient. Records and evaluates personal and financial data obtained from applicant or recipient to determine initial or continuing eligibility, according to departmental directives. Initiates procedures to grant, modify, deny, or terminate eligibility and grants for various aid programs, such as public welfare, employment, and medical assistance. Authorizes amount of grants, based on determination of eligibility for amount of money payments, food stamps, medical care, or other general assistance. Identifies need for social services, and makes referrals to various agencies and community resources available. Prepares regular and special reports as required, and submits individual recommendations for consideration by supervisor. Prepares and keeps records of assigned cases.
GOE: 07.01.01 STRENGTH: S GED: R4 M3 L4 SVP: 6 DLU: 77
ONET CROSSWALK: 53502 Welfare Eligibility Workers and Interviewers