Economic Support Specialist I

Sieda Community Action's Economic and Family Support Services Unit is seeking a Economic Support Specialist I (ESS I). This position is based in the Wapello County office location in Ottumwa. The ESS I, under the direction of the Resource Center Supervisor, is responsible for assisting customers with their economic assistance needs in various Sieda programs. Those programs include: Energy Assistance, crisis utility assistance, resource and referral assistance and special projects throughout the year.This position performs a variety of tasks, requiring several different skills, with time management and prioritization required. Greet customers in the office and assist them by assessing their needs and collecting data for the client database. Make appropriate referrals to available resources within the community to assist with identified barriers. Work with local utility companies to advocate on behalf of customers. Arrange approved financial assistance to assist applicants in maintaining needed household utilities such as electricity, propane, natural gas and water. Assist the Resource Center Supervisor in providing assistance in all seven counties in the event of an emergency, staff vacancy or other disruption to normal delivery services.Qualifications:*High School or equivalent*Minimum of two years working experience *A valid Iowa Driver license and p*Proof of insurance. *Bilingual English/Spanish is preferred, but not required. Must possess excellent oral and written communication skills, must be able to solve practical problems, demonstrate good listening skills, the ability to process information accurately and consistently deliver respectful, effective customer service. Applicants must also have the ability to work in a highly confidential setting and be able to understand, learn, and adapt to new technology. Bilingual English/Spanish is preferred, but not required. Bilingual applicants are strongly encouraged to apply. Employment is contingent upon a criminal background check including a registry check of past/current founded child abuse. This is a Full-Time position with benefits. Work hours for this position are 8:00 am to 4:30 pm Monday - Friday. A valid Driver's License and ability to reliably commute is required. Job Type: Full-time with benefitsSalary: $14.99 - $17.61 per hourExpected hours: 40 per weekBenefits:401(k) matchingDental insuranceEmployee assistance programHealth insuranceLife insuranceGenerous paid time off13 paid holidaysProfessional development assistanceRetirement planVision insuranceSieda Community Action is an equal opportunity employer offering competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefit package including: generous paid holiday, vacation, and sick time; health, life and dental insurance; and IPERS retirement benefits.This position will be be posted until EOB Thursday, October 31, 2024.

Created: 2024-10-27