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Assistance Payments Worker 11

Location
Detroit, MI
Work type
Full Time
Posted
2026-07-28

Job description

The Assistance Payments Advanced Level Worker will manage the most complex and difficult cases which may include, family size, family dynamics, services needed, family history, etc. The assigned cases will require in-depth analysis and decision-making. The advanced level worker will also mentor and provide guidance to lower level APW staff in ongoing case maintenance skills; in the determination of eligibility for Food Assistance, child day care, medical benefits, State Disability Assistance, and SER; including appropriate referrals to community services. This position will also be responsible for reading cases of employees who determine and maintain eligibility and providing feedback. They will also conduct quality assurance reviews and ensure adherence to program policy.

Required Education and Experience
Education
Completion of two years of college (60 semester or 90 term credits).

Experience
Three years of experience equivalent to an Assistance Payments Worker, including one year equivalent to an Assistance Payments Worker E10;

OR

Three years equivalent to a Migrant Program Worker, including one year equivalent to a Migrant Program WorkerE10;

OR

Three years of experience equivalent to a Family Independence Specialist, including one year equivalent to a Family Independence Specialist P11.

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