Casework Associate I - (Temporary - Jackson) at State of… · Sylva

CASEWORK ASSOCIATE I - (TEMPORARY - JACKSON) Location: Jackson County, NC Agency Office of State Human Resources Division Temporary Solutions Job Classification Title Casework Associate I (S) Position Number Grade NC04 About Us To provide a solid Human Resource management foundation, responsible oversight, and creative solutions through a collaborative approach with all stakeholders to maximize the potential of our greatest asset – OUR EMPLOYEES. Description of Work Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences This is a temporary position and there are no leave or retirement benefits offered with this position. Temporary employees who work an annual average of 30 or more hours per week may be eligible for health insurance coverage under the High-Deductible Health Plan (HDHP). For more information on Health Benefits offered, visit www.shpnc.org.  Visit www.nctemporarysolutions.com for employment information.    Note: Permanent and time-limited NC State Government employees must separate from their permanent or time-limited position to work in a temporary position.  All temporary employees are limited to one NC State Government temporary assignment at a time.     Individuals hired into a temporary State job must be fully qualified for the job.  OSHR supports the Governor's Job Ready initiative and seeks to expand a temporary skill set to enhance their qualifications for State government and private sector jobs.  Exposure to an agency's culture, process, procedures, and potential learning opportunities can provide valuable experience to those who may seek permanent employment with the state.    This temporary position is located at 100 Bonnie Lane, Suite A, Sylva, NC 28779- Jackson County with the Department of Health and Human Services.      Job Order Hourly Rate of Pay: $20.00 (Based on education and/or years of relevant work experience reflected on the application).     Effective July 1, 2025, candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they have the minimum education and experience listed in the class specification.  The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities listed within this vacancy announcement will be used only as management preferences and will be used to screen for the most qualified pool of applicants.   Management Preferences:   • Interviewing IL/VR consumers, completing IL/VR applications, gathering information to determine eligibility • Provide follow-up with consumers, employers, vendors, and other agency personnel as needed • Document substantial services and critical information through progress and annual reviews • Assist with billing processes • Other related tasks assigned by the supervisor. Minimum Education and Experience Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details. Bachelor's degree in a discipline relative to the program served from an appropriately accredited institution; or Bachelor's degree from an appropriately accredited institution and one year of experience in an area related to program that provides experience in techniques of casework or counseling; or equivalent combination of education and experience. EEO Statement The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices. Recruiter: Yolanda Maria Crudup Recruiter Email: YOLANDA.CRUDUP@NC.GOV