Impactful Eligibility Specialist: SNAP & TANF

State of South Carolina; Bamberg (SC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; 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

Parental Leave

State Retirement Plan

Deferred Compensation

Job summary

South Carolina Department of Social Services is seeking an ES Eligibility Specialist (CNTY) to support Economic Services in Bamberg County. The role involves processing SNAP, TANF, ESAP, and SCCAP applications and renewals, interviewing clients, and maintaining confidential case records in the agency system.

The position requires a high school diploma with relevant clerical experience; an Associate Degree or higher may substitute for experience.

Qualifications

• A High School Diploma and relevant program experience in clerical administration, social work, correctional administration, and general business administration.
• An Associate Degree or higher may be substituted for the required program experience.

Responsibilities

• The ES Eligibility Specialist (CNTY) provides services in accordance with federal and state laws and regulations and agency policies and procedures, performing general duties related to the administration of SNAP, ESAP, SCCAP, and TANF programs in the Economic Services Division in the county office.
• Conducts 7 to 9 quality interviews per day via phone or face-to-face for SNAP, TANF, ESAP applications and renewals.
• Processes SNAP, TANF, ESAP, and SCCAP applications/recertifications by determining eligibility and authorizing benefits if applicable.
• Maintains case records in the agency system for documentation and auditing purposes; documents client activities and enters timely information.

Education

High School Diploma

Associate Degree or higher

Job description

South Carolina Department of Social Services is seeking an ES Eligibility Specialist (CNTY) to support Economic Services in Bamberg County. The role involves processing SNAP, TANF, ESAP, and SCCAP applications and renewals, interviewing clients, and maintaining confidential case records in the agency system.

The position requires a high school diploma with relevant clerical experience; an Associate Degree or higher may substitute for experience.