Eligibility Advocate for Developmental Disabilities

Arizona Department of Administration; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid leave

Retirement benefits

Employee development

Job summary

Arizona Department of Economic Security (DES), Division of Developmental Disabilities, is seeking an Eligibility Specialist in Phoenix. The role involves conducting eligibility interviews, reviewing referrals, and coordinating with families and community resources.

You will document assessments and determine eligibility, while ensuring HIPAA compliance and data integrity. The ideal candidate will have experience in social services, strong communication skills, and the ability to manage a diverse

Qualifications

• Knowledge of federal and state statutes and agency policies.
• HIPAA familiarity.
• Case management principles and community resources.
• Understanding of medical/behavioral health terms.
• Strong documentation and note-taking abilities.
• Ability to coordinate interviews and assessments.

Responsibilities

• Conduct eligibility interviews and review referrals to determine eligibility.
• Screen applications and refer to community resources; write progress notes.
• Review documentation to make eligibility determinations.
• Communicate with families and attend trainings.

Skills

Eligibility interviews

Documentation

Communication

Interviews & counseling

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Job description

Arizona Department of Economic Security (DES), Division of Developmental Disabilities, is seeking an Eligibility Specialist in Phoenix. The role involves conducting eligibility interviews, reviewing referrals, and coordinating with families and community resources.

You will document assessments and determine eligibility, while ensuring HIPAA compliance and data integrity. The ideal candidate will have experience in social services, strong communication skills, and the ability to manage a diverse