Lobby/Office Assistant in Midland
Health and Human Services Commission/Office of Eligibility Services
Volunteers are needed to serve as greeters to applicants and visitors in our lobby and direct them to the correct area of service. Additional duties include assisting applicants complete application forms for assistance, collate forms, copy and fax documents as needed. In addition, the volunteer will work closely with the employees at the front desk to provide immediate service to visitors. Your assistance makes a big difference in making the application process easier for people in need. This placement will begin the end of July 2012 when the office will be moving to a new building in Midland.
This volunteer placement also offers an excellent opportunity to obtain office experience.
About Health and Human Services Commission/Office of Eligibility Services
Location:
28 Western Plaza Drive, Amarillo, TX 79109, US
Mission Statement
The mission of the Texas Health and Human Services Commission is to provide the leadership and direction and foster the spirit of innovation needed to achieve an efficient and effective health and human services system for Texans. Volunteer Services mission is to enhance human services through community involvement.
Description
The Texas Health and Human Services Commission offers a learning opportunity in the Eligibility Services Program. This program helps to provide low-income families with basic food, financial and medical assistance through the following programs: SNAP, (Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program), Temporary Assistance to Needy Families, (TANF) and Medicaid. Tasks available are varied and placement is based upon the volunteer's interest, capability and the availability of openings. This placement offers valuable insight into social services and the relationships between federal, state, community and individual needs.
