Eligibility Specialist - Redeterminations & Community Impact

Arizona State Government; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid holidays

ASRS retirement

Paid vacation & sick time

Parental leave

Job summary

Department of Economic Security in Phoenix, AZ seeks a Determination Specialist to conduct eligibility interviews and determine eligibility for Developmental Disabilities services. The role involves reviewing referrals, documenting findings, and coordinating with families and community resources.

The candidate will perform needs assessments, maintain confidentiality, and work independently or with teams to support Arizonans in gaining appropriate services.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Federal and State statutes and agency policies relating to care for individuals with developmental disabilities.
• HIPAA knowledge.
• Principles and practices of case management.
• Understanding of community resources and health terminology.
• Applied behavioral interventions and human development concepts.
• Procurement and purchasing practices; Crisis intervention techniques.

Responsibilities

• Conduct eligibility interviews and review eligibility referrals and redetermination.
• Screen applications and refer applicants to resources; maintain member files.
• Review documentation and determine eligibility; research disability diagnoses.
• Communicate with families; manage correspondence and training participation.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Interviewing

Counseling

Needs assessment

Case management

Organizational skills

Confidentiality

Teamwork

Independence

Interpersonal relations

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Job description

Department of Economic Security in Phoenix, AZ seeks a Determination Specialist to conduct eligibility interviews and determine eligibility for Developmental Disabilities services. The role involves reviewing referrals, documenting findings, and coordinating with families and community resources.

The candidate will perform needs assessments, maintain confidentiality, and work independently or with teams to support Arizonans in gaining appropriate services.