Public Benefits Eligibility Specialist

Sdsoybean; Mitchell (SD); On-site; USD 68,880,000 - 74,390,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance option

Eleven paid holidays

Retirement benefits

Job summary

Department of Social Services in South Dakota seeks an Economic Assistance Benefit Specialist to assess and analyze life circumstances and financial capabilities to provide medical eligibility assistance to low income individuals and families. You will interview, counsel, identify resources, verify records, and determine eligibility for multiple social service programs.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree in social sciences or related fields, with the ability to interpret policies and

Qualifications

• Excellent communication with diverse clients.
• Plan and organize work to meet deadlines.
• Demonstrate compassion, respect, and tact in interactions.
• Strong initiative with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Assess medical eligibility for low-income individuals and families.
• Interview, counsel, and identify available resources.
• Verify records and determine eligibility for multiple programs.

Skills

Communication

Planning

Compassion

Interpersonal skills

Policy interpretation

Documentation

Initiative

Education

Bachelor's degree in social sciences or related field

Job description

Department of Social Services in South Dakota seeks an Economic Assistance Benefit Specialist to assess and analyze life circumstances and financial capabilities to provide medical eligibility assistance to low income individuals and families. You will interview, counsel, identify resources, verify records, and determine eligibility for multiple social service programs.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree in social sciences or related fields, with the ability to interpret policies and