Social Service Specialist II
2409 N. Kelly Ave
Oklahoma City, OK
03.2016 - Current
- My duties as a Social Service Specialist II, is to process applications to determine eligibility for individuals or families that are requesting specific benefits
- My number one obligation is being a TANF worker, which includes providing medical coverage for single parents with children under the age of 18 years old
- As a TANF worker, I assist clients with employability plans (coaching & mentoring), or ways to help them further their education
- Since TANF is an all-inclusive program, I also process client’s food and childcare applications if the eligibility requirements are met
- I provide resources to ensure clients are able to fulfill the contractual program agreement
- If there are any barriers that will hinder the client’s success in the job search program or in college; I provide assistance such as a bus passes for transportation, business casual clothing for job interviews, and child care services just to name a few.
