ES Eligibility Specialist / 61012124

State of South Carolina; Barnwell (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health

Dental

Vision

Long Term Disability

Life Insurance

15 days annual leave

15 days sick leave

13 paid holidays

Paid Parental Leave

State Retirement Plan

Deferred Compensation Programs

Job summary

The State of South Carolina, Department of Social Services, in Barnwell County, seeks an ES Eligibility Specialist to administer SNAP, TANF, ESAP, and SCCAP programs. You will conduct quality interviews, determine eligibility, and authorize benefits in accordance with federal and state laws, policies, and procedures.

You will manage ABAWD caseloads, maintain confidential records, handle alerts, and participate in required trainings to support vulnerable populations in the county.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma with relevant clerical or social services experience.
• Bachelor’s degree may substitute for experience.
• Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle for field work.

Responsibilities

• Perform interviews (phone/in person) for SNAP/TANF/ESAP applications and renewals.
• Determine eligibility and authorize benefits where applicable.
• Process SNAP/TANF/ESAP/SCCAP applications and six‑month renewals.
• Manage ABAWD caseload and related eligibility decisions.
• Maintain case records in agency systems with confidentiality.
• Identify overpayments and prepare supporting documents for hearings.
• Comply with program regulations and participate in trainings.

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Job Responsibilities

Do you have a passion to provide meaningful work in the community? Would you like to be part of an organization whose central mission is helping to protect, stabilize and strengthen the lives of children, families, and vulnerable adults? Then the South Carolina Department of Social Services has the right job opportunity for you.

Job Duties

• The ES Eligibility Specialist (County) provides services in accordance with federal and state laws and regulations and agency policies and procedures, performing general work duties related to the administration of SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) including ESAP (Elderly Simplified Application Project), SCCAP (South Carolina Combined Application Project), and TANF (Temporary Assistance for Needy Families) programs in the Economic Services Division in the county office to help restore or improve customer financial stability.
• Conducts a minimum of 7-9 quality interviews per day to include both phone and/or face-to-face interviews for SNAP, TANF, and ESAP applications and SNAP and/or TANF renewals.
• Processes all SNAP, TANF, ESAP, and SCCAP applications and/or recertification's by determining eligibility and authorizing benefits if applicable, and process SNAP six-month renewals and changes by redetermining eligibility and reauthorizing benefits if applicable.
• Manages ABAWD (Able-Bodied Adult without Dependents) caseload by sending required notices, updating ABAWD tracking system, and determining SNAP eligibility for assigned ABAWD cases. Interprets social services programs to clients as needed. Keeps abreast of state, federal, and agency program regulations and policies.
• Processes system generated alerts (SNAP, ESAP, and SCCAP) for county of residence as well as any alerts associated with your caseload.
• Maintains case records and files in agency designated computer system for documentation and auditing purposes as required by agency policy in a confidential, timely and accurate manner. Documents client work participation activities in agency designated system. Enters timely documentation in SCOSA of events/activities that may affect clients continued eligibility for benefits. Prepares reports as requested by the supervisor or otherwise required and follows program policies and procedures.
• Identifies and documents over payments and makes at least 3 possible claims referrals to the Benefit Integrity Unit; prepares supporting documents for Fair Hearings and attends hearings as directed. Participates in all Economic Services required trainings and supervisory and/or staff meetings as required.
• Performs emergency welfare services to include American Red Cross Sheltering and Disaster SNAP services as directed: performs other related duties as needed
• Ensures personal identifying information (PII) is properly used, accessed, gathered, shared, and disposed. Protects the agency networks and applications by safeguarding systems, equipment, and data.
• Participates in all Economic Services required trainings and supervisory and/or staff meetings as required. Performs other related duties as required.

Minimum And Additional Requirements

A High School Diploma and relevant program experience in clerical administration, social work, correctional administration. and general business administration.

A Bachelor's Degree or higher may be substituted for the required program experience.

Must possess a valid driver's license and have access to and be able to operate a motor vehicle. Individuals must comply with necessary field work assignments.

If you certify, by completion and submission of this application, that you possess educational credentials that qualify you for the available DSS positions, you will be required to provide a certified official transcript within two (2) weeks of employment.

The South Carolina Department of Social Services offers an exceptional benefits package that includes:

• Health, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Children
• 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
• 15 days sick leave per year
• 13 paid holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs

DIVISION

Economic Services / Barnwell County

Benefits For State Employees

The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits

Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits

State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits

State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Note

The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.