SNAP & TANF Eligibility Specialist: Community Impact

State of South Carolina; South Carolina; On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Long Term Disability

Life Insurance

Vacation Leave

Sick Leave

Holidays

Parental Leave

Retirement Plan

Deferred Compensation

Job summary

The South Carolina Department of Social Services seeks an ES Eligibility Specialist to administer SNAP, ESAP, SCCAP and TANF programs in the Economic Services Division in York County. You will conduct daily interviews, determine eligibility, and authorize benefits while maintaining confidential case records and ensuring compliance with laws and agency policies.

You will participate in required trainings, protect client data, and support clients through the application process.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma and relevant program experience in clerical administration, social work, correctional administration, and general business administration.
• Associate Degree or higher may be submitted for the required program experience.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and have access to and be able to operate a motor vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Provides services related to SNAP, ESAP and SCCAP and TANF in the Economic Services Division.
• Conducts 7-9 quality interviews per day via phone or face-to-face for program applications and renewals.
• Processes applications/recertifications by determining eligibility and authorizing benefits.
• Maintains case records in agency systems and documents activities for eligibility.
• Identifies overpayments and prepares referrals for Fair Hearings as directed.
• Participates in required trainings and staff meetings.
• Protects PII and safeguards agency networks and data.
• Performs Red Cross shelter duty or other emergency services as directed.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Skills

Attention to detail

Interviews (phone/in-person)

Case documentation

Education

High School Diploma

Associate Degree or higher

Job description

The South Carolina Department of Social Services seeks an ES Eligibility Specialist to administer SNAP, ESAP, SCCAP and TANF programs in the Economic Services Division in York County. You will conduct daily interviews, determine eligibility, and authorize benefits while maintaining confidential case records and ensuring compliance with laws and agency policies.

You will participate in required trainings, protect client data, and support clients through the application process.