Impactful Public Benefits Eligibility Specialist

State of Indiana; Crown Point (IN); Vor Ort; USD 34.000 - 41.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Medical plans

Wellness rewards

Health savings account

Paid leave

Vacation & holidays

Education reimbursement

Life insurance

Employee assistance program

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Free parking

LinkedIn Learning

Zusammenfassung

The State of Indiana is seeking a State Eligibility Consultant to ensure the accuracy and integrity of benefits for DFR programs, processing SNAP, Medicaid and TANF determinations, and updating case information.

The role involves reviewing tasks, changes, and redeterminations, offering feedback for peer coaching, and contributing to process improvements. Salary starts at $37,648.00 with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifikationen

• Willing to travel with reasonable accommodations.
• Thorough knowledge of public assistance policy, practices, and procedures.
• Thorough knowledge of federal, state, and local rules and regulations related to public assistance programs.
• Working knowledge of computerized eligibility systems.
• Ability to identify problems, evaluate alternatives, and implement effective solutions.
• Ability to use tact and empathy in dealing with people from varied backgrounds.
• Ability to use discretion in dealing with clients and colleagues.
• Demonstrates effective interview and communication skills.
• Ability to be flexible and self-motivated in managing multiple priorities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.
• A degree is not required.

Aufgaben

• Review all eligibility recommendations and information provided by contract staff.
• Make an eligibility determination for appropriate benefits and waiver programs in compliance with state and federal rules, regulations, and guidelines.
• Examine data matches to find inconsistent and unreported data.
• Approve claims referred and calculated by the Contractor.
• Conduct full eligibility interviews for SNAP, TANF and Medicaid applicants.
• Keep current on all changes in rules, regulations, and guidelines regarding the individual benefit programs.

Kenntnisse

Public policy

Interview skills

Analytical thinking

Discretion

Travel willingness

Teamwork

Math calculations

Empathy

Tools

Eligibility systems

Jobbeschreibung

The State of Indiana is seeking a State Eligibility Consultant to ensure the accuracy and integrity of benefits for DFR programs, processing SNAP, Medicaid and TANF determinations, and updating case information.

The role involves reviewing tasks, changes, and redeterminations, offering feedback for peer coaching, and contributing to process improvements. Salary starts at $37,648.00 with a comprehensive benefits package.