IV-E & Medicaid Eligibility Specialist

State of Mississippi; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 29,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Mississippi in Jackson seeks a Benefit Program Specialist to support the Eligibility Unit of the MDCPS. The role involves reviewing documents to determine IV-E/Medicaid eligibility for foster care and entering data accurately in the welfare system.

Preference for a Bachelor’s Degree with 0–2 years’ experience; strong Excel/Adobe, data entry and customer service skills are essential. The position is full-time with county office responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a Bachelor’s Degree and 0-2 years of experience OR an Associate's Degree and 2-3 years of experience.
• Well-organized, pays close attention to detail, has great time & case management skills, has knowledge working with Microsoft Excel & Adobe, data entry & customer service experience.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a central point of contact in the Eligibility Unit for county staff to determine IV-E & Medicaid eligibility for foster care.
• Review and assess paperwork to determine eligibility based on federal policies; enter eligibility data into the system.
• Keep informed of policy updates and assist county staff with questions and concerns.

Skills

Time management

Case management

Data entry

Customer service

Microsoft Excel

Adobe

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Adobe

Job description

State of Mississippi in Jackson seeks a Benefit Program Specialist to support the Eligibility Unit of the MDCPS. The role involves reviewing documents to determine IV-E/Medicaid eligibility for foster care and entering data accurately in the welfare system.

Preference for a Bachelor’s Degree with 0–2 years’ experience; strong Excel/Adobe, data entry and customer service skills are essential. The position is full-time with county office responsibilities.