Account Clerk I: Budget Counselor (Part-time)
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Salary: $19.43 HourlyLocation : 111 N. Jefferson St. Green Bay, WIJob Type: Part-timeJob Number: 2024-102224Department: Human Services - Community ServicesOpening Date: 10/22/2024Closing Date: ContinuousJob SummaryPerform advanced, specialized financial support for clients on your case load and complex clerical work; in addition to providing coordination and consultation to case managers and support staff. This work requires independent judgment, initiative and bookkeeping/budgeting knowledge while completing work accurately and on a timely basis. This is a part-time position of 20 hours per week; flexible scheduling allowed between core work hours Monday --Thursday 7:30am -- 5pm; Friday 7:30am-- 11:30am, based on department need. Essential DutiesProvide ongoing budget counseling to adults, within the guidelines set forth by the Social Security Administration, for the chronically mentally ill (CMI), alcohol and other drug addiction (AODA), and Long-Term Care clientsProblem solve daily with clients and their advocates regarding budget issues and other concernsPrepare, distribute, order and/or verify client funds and monthly expenditures per the budget established for the clientProvide Social Security, clients and other agencies with financial information to update documents/systems in order to maintain client's eligibility for services and benefitsVerify client benefits they are eligible for are received; communicate with appropriate agency if there is a need to apply for additional benefitsAnalyze and interpret information of a complex nature pertaining to the Health and Human Services Department Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with both internal and external customers in person, via phone, email and in writingGather/organize client financial information to assist with income tax and Wisconsin Homestead Credit preparation for the clientKeep current on pertinent county, state, and federal regulations, which pertain to the Representative Payee ProgramAbility to follow complex oral and written instructions in order to fulfill the duties of the positionResponsible to request payments via on line banking as neededResponsible to arrange for deposits into client accountsObtain information from various sources internally and externally in order to complete forms, documents, records, etc.Maintain spreadsheets as needed for the department or for client information Maintain accurate and complete client informationAssist and back up other team members and/or departments as requiredAdhere to the confidentiality policy of the department in addition to Federal and State privacy lawsAnnually update/maintain job process and dutiesAttend required meetings/trainings and those recommended by SupervisorNON-ESSENTIAL DUTIES:Perform related functions as assigned for Human ServicesMATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT USED:General office equipmentComputer Minimum Qualifications RequiredEducation and Experience:High School Diploma including or supplemented by accounting/budgeting knowledge, plus two or more years of accounts payable experience; or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience which provides the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the job. It is necessary to have experience and knowledge in Word and Excel. This work requires independent judgment, initiative and the ability to work with various personalities/abilities of clients while completing work accurately and on a timely basis. Licenses and Certifications: Valid Driver's License Knowledge, Skills & AbilitiesKnowledge of various possible benefits for clientsKnowledge of general office practices and skill in the application of those practices Knowledge of and ability to utilize a computer and the required softwareKnowledge of accounting/budgeting Ability to operate standard office equipmentAbility to perform full data entry functions at a rate of 80 net keystrokes per minuteAbility to follow complex oral and written instructionsAbility to make basic arithmetic calculationsAbility to learn and apply specialized knowledge and skills of the departmentAbility to assume responsibility and work independently Ability to maintain emotional stability in stress situationsAbility to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff and the publicAbility to maintain records and reports accuratelyAbility to maintain the confidential nature of client and business informationAbility to work the required hours of the positionPHYSICAL DEMANDS:Lifting 30 pounds maximum with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 20 poundsIntermittent standing, walking and sitting; occasional drivingUsing hand(s) for repetitive single grasping, fine manipulation, pushing and pulling, and operating controlsOccasional bending, twisting, squatting, climbing, reaching, and grapplingCommunicating orally in a clear mannerDistinguishing sounds at various frequencies and volumesDistinguishing people or objects at varied distance under a variety of light conditionsThis position description should not be interpreted as all-inclusive. It is intended to identify the major responsibilities and requirements of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this description.For a summary of benefits offered, click on the link below:Also, working for the County means you can apply for student loan forgiveness after 10 years of employment based on qualifications. Learn more here: