Eligibility Specialist I - SNAP/TANF Benefits & Community Impact

Doc PersonalBeratung GmbH; South Carolina; On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Long‑term disability

Life insurance

Paid vacation 15 days

Paid sick leave 15 days

13 paid holidays

Parental leave

State retirement plan

Deferred compensation

Job summary

South Carolina Department of Social Services is seeking an Eligibility Specialist I to support SNAP, TANF, ESAP and SCCAP programs in the Economic Services Division. The role involves conducting daily interviews, processing applications, and ensuring accurate documentation to safeguard client benefits.

Responsibilities include determining eligibility, authorizing benefits, and maintaining confidential records.

Qualifications

• Applicants must have a high school diploma and related program experience.
• Experience or ability to conduct quality interviews and document findings.
• Ability to process applications and renewals in a timely, confidential manner.

Responsibilities

• Provide services for SNAP, TANF, ESAP, and SCCAP in accordance with laws and policies.
• Conduct a minimum of 15 quality interviews per day (phone or face-to-face).
• Process applications and recertifications, determine eligibility, and authorize benefits if applicable.
• Maintain case records and document participation in the agency system.
• Identify and document overpayments and prepare reports for the Benefit Integrity Unit.

Skills

Interviewing

Education

High School Diploma

Associate Degree or higher substituted

Job description

South Carolina Department of Social Services is seeking an Eligibility Specialist I to support SNAP, TANF, ESAP and SCCAP programs in the Economic Services Division. The role involves conducting daily interviews, processing applications, and ensuring accurate documentation to safeguard client benefits.

Responsibilities include determining eligibility, authorizing benefits, and maintaining confidential records.