Talent Engagement Specialist - Eligibility / Follow-up - Gwinnett County (925658)

Accurately determines eligibility in accordance with local, state, and federal policies and procedures to ensure adequate and proper utilization of program funding.Collects and verify proper documentation and conduct data entry as required.Provides ineligible individuals with alternative resources within the center and communityDocuments in counselor notes that a determination was made regarding an applicant’s eligibility status for WIOA Youth program consideration. This entry should indicate that the applicant’s eligibility status is either complete or incomplete & pending or denied.Ensures counselor notes contain factual information, professional decisions and be written professionally and with integrity.Assists individuals in determining additional information needed such as verification of income, assets and other legal aid.Thoroughly documents and ensures each participant meets all the criteria and necessary documentation is accurate and placed in the customer file.Ensures updates to any TWC guidelines are adhered to.Verification of eligibility and employment. Verify continuing eligibility at the beginning of each month for customers receiving TANF/Food Stamps in TWIST Ensures documentation is complete.Verifies all funding streams have been explored and case files updated accordingly.Conduct Follow-Up Interviews with participants and identify the appropriate information to collect (i.e. new address, phone numbers, additional contact information, and supplemental wage information) and provide job leads/employment referrals if unemployed and seeking employmentPrepare and maintain records and case files, proper documentation of services provided, narratives of client contacts, or relevant correspondence. Monitor and record clients' progress to ensure that goals and objectives are metMaintain an awareness of socioeconomic factors bearing on unemployment, local labor community problems, and/or resources relating to the labor marketMaintain participant follow-up records, including file preparation, organization of file, and verification that all information has been received and properly filedOther duties as assigned