Public Benefits Eligibility Consultant

IN Auditor of State; Beech Grove (IN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan options

Wellness rewards program

Health savings account

Pension plan options

Leave policies including parental and床

Job summary

IN Auditor of State is seeking a State Eligibility Consultant to ensure accuracy and integrity of benefits for DFR programs. You’ll process SNAP, Medicaid, and TANF applications, review changes and redeterminations, and authorize benefits while offering peer coaching feedback.

The role emphasizes staying current on eligibility rules, performing interviews, and ensuring compliance with state and federal guidelines. Travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of public assistance policy, practices, and procedures.
• Familiarity with federal, state, and local rules for assistance programs.
• Experience with computerized eligibility systems.
• Ability to identify problems, evaluate options and implement solutions.
• Strong interviewing and communication skills.
• Willingness to travel as needed.
• No degree required.

Responsibilities

• Review eligibility recommendations and information from contract staff.
• Determine eligibility for benefits and waiver programs per guidelines.
• Examine data matches to detect inconsistencies.
• Approve contractor-calculated claims.
• Conduct full eligibility interviews for SNAP, TANF and Medicaid.
• Stay current on changes in rules and regulations.

Skills

Public assistance policy

Federal/state rules

Eligibility systems

Interviewing

Communication

Travel willingness

Discretion with data

Analytical thinking

Job description

IN Auditor of State is seeking a State Eligibility Consultant to ensure accuracy and integrity of benefits for DFR programs. You’ll process SNAP, Medicaid, and TANF applications, review changes and redeterminations, and authorize benefits while offering peer coaching feedback.

The role emphasizes staying current on eligibility rules, performing interviews, and ensuring compliance with state and federal guidelines. Travel may be required.