Medicaid LTC Benefits Specialist II

Southwest Virginia Higher Education Center; Virginia; In loco; USD 56.000 - 61.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Southwest Virginia Higher Education Center is seeking a Benefit Programs Specialist II to determine and re-determine eligibility for financial assistance, food stamps, medical assistance, and other social services in Medicaid Long-Term Care (LTC) casework. The role involves evaluating social factors, applying policy guidelines, and providing referrals as needed.

The position emphasizes independent judgment within established procedures and requires strong interviewing, computer, and

Competenze

• Interviews and re-determination of eligibility
• Communication with diverse clients orally and in writing
• Ability to operate computer systems and agency software

Mansioni

• Interview applicants for assistance and re-determine eligibility
• Explain benefit programs and determine need for assistance
• Process applications and determine eligibility using automated/manual methods
• Monitor cases for changes and adjust benefits accordingly
• Maintain client records and prepare reports

Conoscenze

Communication

PC skills

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in human services or related field

High school diploma

Strumenti

VaCMS

MMIS

VDSS related software

Descrizione del lavoro

Southwest Virginia Higher Education Center is seeking a Benefit Programs Specialist II to determine and re-determine eligibility for financial assistance, food stamps, medical assistance, and other social services in Medicaid Long-Term Care (LTC) casework. The role involves evaluating social factors, applying policy guidelines, and providing referrals as needed.

The position emphasizes independent judgment within established procedures and requires strong interviewing, computer, and