*Bilingual* Eligibility Services Clerk

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*Bilingual* Eligibility Services Clerk

Salary

$35,941.00 - $51,333.34 Annually

Location

Moreno Valley

Job Type

Regular

Job Number

25-13419-01-XS

Department

RUHS-Medical Center

Division

Eligibility - MISP

Opening Date

03/13/2025

Closing Date

3/17/2025 12:00 AM Pacific

ABOUT THE POSITION

image-20201103165536-1.pngThe County of Riverside’s University Health System (RUHS) is seeking a Bilingual Eligibility Services Clerk to join the Eligibility - MISP team. Key responsibilities for this position include performing clerical duties and providing excellent customer service. You will support Eligibility Specialists by assisting with data collection and screening processes. Under general supervision, performs specialized clerical work either in the determination of eligibility of applicants and clients for public social service aid or in the determination of basic social services plans; performs other related duties as required.  Please note, that based on the number of applications received, this posting may close without notice.  The location for this position is to be determined, between RUHS Medical Center and the Main Office (7898 Mission Grove Pkwy S Ste 200, Riverside, CA 92508). This position will require bilingual proficiency in Spanish, potential candidates will be subject to a language proficiency assessment.

The Eligibility Services Clerk classification can be allocated to either the Department of Public Social Services (DPSS) or the Riverside University Health System (RUHS), and reports to an appropriate supervisory or manager level position. Incumbents assist Eligibility Specialist's working for the MISP Program in determining initial and/or continuing eligibility of applicants and clients for income maintenance programs. Incumbents have primary responsibility for obtaining and verifying factual information required for eligibility determination or development of basic social services plans, using a variety of standardized forms, and following established rules, regulations, policies and procedures. The Eligibility Services Clerk is distinguished from the Eligibility Specialist in that the former does not have primary responsibility for eligibility determination or authorization of social service plans.

Work Schedule: (subject to change upon department needs and will be discussed during the interview.) *
5/40: Monday- Friday 8:00am-4:30pm

Meet the Team!

The Riverside University Health System is here for you when you or someone you love needs help to achieve and maintain a life of whole health wellness and recovery. Can you see yourself here?



EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Conduct pre-screening and other interviews with applicants and clients using standardized forms to obtain personal, family and financial data required to determine eligibility for one or more public social service aids and/or basic information required to authorize social service plans.

• Give applicants standard forms and request that routine verifications be returned with completed forms; review forms for completeness when returned by the applicant; may assist clients with completing application forms for financial assistance.

• Record verifications of birth, income, property, and other required information according to standard procedures.

• Bring discrepancies to the attention of the Eligibility Technician or Social Service Practitioner responsible for the case; file required forms and verification in an established filing order.

• Complete notices of action and other required forms following eligibility determination; accept late income reports from clients reviewing them for completion and accuracy.


• Clear routine case controls using computer printouts; respond to routine telephone calls or lobby visits from applicants and clients reporting changes in their circumstances or requesting information on the status of their applications or case.

• May prepare and maintain other documents associated with the eligibility/services processes; maintain records for use in the development of workload and productivity statistics.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

OPTION I
Experience: Six months of clerical experience in a public social services agency, preferably involving making mathematical computations.

OPTION II

Experience: One year of clerical experience which involved substantial work involving public contact, interviewing, math computations, or completing complex forms.

ALL OPTIONS

Knowledge of: Modern office procedures including filing and operating standard office equipment.

Ability to: Understand and follow written instructions and guidelines; perform basic arithmetic computations; perform general clerical work and quickly learn the specific operations of the department; maintain records; effectively interview applicants and clients to obtain personal, family and financial information, and to accurately record this information; work cooperatively with the public and with departmental staff.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

General Information

Questions regarding this recruitment? Please contact Xochitl Sanchez via email at xsanchez@rivco.org.

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APPLICATION INFORMATION

Veteran's Preference 
The County has a Veterans Preference Policy applicable to new hires. To qualify, upload a copy of your (or your spouse's) Member-4 Form DD-214 indicating dates of service, and a copy of your spouse's letter of disability (if applicable) with your application. For privacy reasons, it is recommended that you remove your social security information from the document(s). A Human Resources Representative will review the materials and determine if you qualify for veterans' preference. The Veterans Preference Policy, C-3 is available here:  https://rivcocob.org/board-policies 

 

Reasonable Accommodations
The County of Riverside is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter for the position noted above. For additional information and/or to obtain the appropriate form for requesting a reasonable accommodation, please visit the Disability Access Office web page located at: https://rc-hr.com/disability 

 

Proof of Education 
If using education to qualify or when requested by the recruiter, upload a copy of any license(s), official/unofficial transcript(s), degrees, and/or related employment documents to your NeoGov account at the time of application and before the closing date. Official or unofficial transcripts will be accepted.

If your education was completed outside of the United States, you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE).

 

Equal Opportunity Employer
The County of Riverside is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the County of Riverside to provide equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, or denial of medical and family care leave, or any other non-job-related factors.

 

Pre-Employment
All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment requirements including a criminal background investigation, which involves fingerprinting. (A felony or misdemeanor conviction may disqualify the applicant from County employment).  A pre-employment physical examination and background check may be required.

 

Probationary Period
As an Approved Local Merit System, all County of Riverside employees, except those serving "At Will," are subject to the probationary period provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding, County Resolution, or Salary Ordinance. Temporary and Per Diem employees serve at the pleasure of the agency/department head.

 

General Information
Current County of Riverside and/or current employees of the hiring department may receive priority consideration. Qualified candidates may be considered for future County vacancies. 

 

Job postings may close without notice based on application volume. Submit your complete application by the recruitment close date; no late applications are accepted. Ensure all relevant experience/education is reflected on your application/resume, as a failure to demonstrate position requirements may disqualify applicants. A description of job duties directly copied from the job classification or job posting will not be considered.

 

Please read and follow any special application instructions on this posting. Click the 'Apply' link located on this page to submit your application. For additional instructions on the application process, examinations, Veteran's preference, pre-employment accommodation or other employment questions, please refer to our web site, www.rc-hr.com

 

If you are experiencing technical problems, you may contact the governmentjobs.com applicant support desk Monday through Friday, 6 am to 5 pm Pacific Time at support@governmentjobs.com or toll-free 1-855-524-5627.

Click here to learn more about the benefits of working for the County of Riverside

MEDICAL/DENTAL/VISION INSURANCE: A choice of different medical, dental and visions plan are available to elect. The County provides a Flexible Benefit Credit contribution as governed by the applicable LIUNA Memorandum of Understanding to contribute towards the cost of these plans.

Note: Employees on assignment through the Temporary Assignment Program (TAP) receive different benefits. See the list here.

MISCELLANEOUS RETIREMENT:  County of Riverside has three retirement Tiers through the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS).

  • Tier I (Classic Member – Formula 3% @ 60): Applicable to current and former County of Riverside local miscellaneous employees hired prior to 08/24/2012 and did not withdraw CalPERS contributions. The employee contribution is eight (8%) percent.
  • Tier II (Classic Member – Formula 2% @ 60): Applicable to local miscellaneous employees 1) hired after 08/23/2012 through 12/31/2012; 2) Previously employed with another CalPERS contracting public agency or a reciprocal retirement system, with a break in service of less than six months between the separation date with the previous employer and the appointment date with the County of Riverside. The employee contribution is seven (7%) percent.
  • Tier III (PEPRA New Member - Formula 2% @ 62): Applicable to CalPERS local miscellaneous new members hired on or after the implementation of the Public Employees' Pension Reform Act of 2013 (PEPRA) which took effect January 1, 2013. Effective July 1, 2023 employee contributions are 7.25% and will increase to 7.75% effective July 1, 2024.

A new member is defined as any of the following:

  1. A new hire who enters CalPERS membership for the first time on or after January 1, 2013, and who has no prior membership in any California Public Retirement System.
  2. A new hire who enters CalPERS membership for the first time on or after January 1, 2013, and who was a member with another California Public Retirement System prior to that date, but who is not subject to reciprocity upon joining CalPERS.
  3. A member who first established CalPERS membership prior to January 1, 2013, and who is rehired by a different CalPERS agency after a break in service of greater than six (6) months.

CalPERS refers to all members that do not fit within the definition of a new member as "classic members".

Contribution rates are subject to change based on the County of Riverside annual actuarial valuation.

 

Note:

This summary is for general information purposes only. Additional questions regarding retirement formulas can be sent to retirement@rivco.org or by calling the Benefits Information Line at (951) 955-4981,
Option 2.

If you have prior service credit with another CalPERS agency or within agencies, please contact CalPERS at (888) 225-7377 to determine which retirement tier would be applicable to you. CalPERS is governed by the Public Employees' Retirement Law.  The Retirement Law is complex and subject to change.  If there's any conflict between this summary and the law, the law will prevail over this summary.

DEFERRED COMPENSATION: Voluntary employee contribution with a choice between two 457 deferred compensation plan options.

VACATION ACCRUAL (Bi-Weekly Accrual):

0 < 3 year = 80 Hours (10 Days)
4 < 9 years = 120 Hours (15 Days)
10 or more years = 160 Hours (20 Days)

Maximum Vacation leave accumulation is 480 hours.

SICK LEAVE: Four (4) hours Sick Leave accrual per pay period with unlimited accrual.

HOLIDAYS: Normally 12 paid holidays per year

BEREAVEMENT LEAVE: Allowed 5 days (3 days are County paid; 2 additional days can be taken from accrued Sick Leave balance)

BASIC LIFE INSURANCE: Equal to one times annual base salary not to exceed $50,000 of term life coverage. Premiums are paid by the County. Additional Supplemental Life plan is available for employee purchase.

DISABILITY: Short-term Disability benefit pays up to a maximum of $461.54 weekly, payable up to a maximum of 52 weeks.

POST RETIREMENT MEDICAL CONTRIBUTION: A monthly contribution is made by the County towards retiree health insurance offered through the County as governed by the applicable Memorandum of Understanding.

OTHER: There may be other benefit provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding. Please contact the recruiter listed on the job posting directly for more information.

01
Are you currently 18 years of age or older?
  • Yes
  • No
02
Can you type 45 net words per minute?
  • Yes
  • No
03
Are you bilingual in Spanish?
  • Yes
  • No
04
I understand that I must pass an assessment as part of the application process for this position. A link to the assessment will be sent to the e-mail address in your Government Jobs account after the job posting close date unless you have previously tested.
  • Yes
  • No
05
How many years of work experience do you have providing customer service?
  • None
  • Less than 6 months
  • 6 months or more, but less than 1 year
  • 1 year or more, but less than 2 years
  • 2 years or more, but less than 3 years
  • 3 years or more, but less than 4 years
  • 4 years or more, but less than 5 years
  • 5 years or more, but less than 6 years
06
How many years of work experience do you have performing a variety of office support duties such as composing correspondence and/or email, data entry, preparing reports, record keeping, filing, answering and/or routing calls, copying, faxing, or other modern office activities?
  • None
  • Less than 6 months
  • 6 months or more, but less than 1 year
  • 1 year or more, but less than 2 years
  • 2 years or more, but less than 3 years
  • 3 years or more, but less than 4 years
  • 4 years or more, but less than 5 years
  • 5 years or more, but less than 6 years
07
How many years of work experience do you have collecting data, creating spreadsheets, using functions and formulas in Microsoft Excel?
  • None
  • Less than 6 months
  • 6 months or more, but less than 1 year
  • 1 year or more, but less than 2 years
  • 2 years or more, but less than 3 years
  • 3 years or more, but less than 4 years
  • 4 years or more, but less than 5 years
  • 5 years or more, but less than 6 years
08
How many years of experience do you have working in a public social services agency, preferably involving making mathematical computations do you have?
  • None
  • Less than 6 months
  • 6 months or more, but less than 1 year
  • 1 year or more, but less than 2 years
  • 2 years or more, but less than 3 years
  • 3 years or more, but less than 4 years
  • 4 years or more, but less than 5 years
  • 5 years or more, but less than 6 years
09
How many years of clerical experience do you have which involved substantial work involving public contact, interviewing, math computations, or completing complex forms?
  • None
  • Less than 6 months
  • 6 months or more, but less than 1 year
  • 1 year or more, but less than 2 years
  • 2 years or more, but less than 3 years
  • 3 years or more, but less than 4 years
  • 4 years or more, but less than 5 years
  • 5 years or more, but less than 6 years

Required Question

Employer
County of Riverside
Address
County Admin. Center P.O. Box 1569
4080 Lemon St., 7th floor
Riverside, California, 92502-1569
Phone
(951) 955-3500