REPOST Eligibility Specialist II / 61015269

State of South Carolina•Columbia, SC

47d

About The Position

Do you have a passion to provide meaningful contributions to your community? Would you like to be part of an organization whose central mission is helping to protect, stabilize and strengthen the lives of South Carolina's children, families, and vulnerable adults? If so, the SC Department of Social Services has the right job opportunity for you! Special Notice: This is a REPOST -- Previous applicants are still being considered and do not need to re-apply for this position.

Requirements

A High School Diploma and two (2) years' experience in call center, clerical, administrative, social work, correctional, business administration, or general business.
A Bachelor's Degree may be substituted for the required program experience.
This application for employment with the SC Department of Social Services must be completed in its entirety. A resume may be included; but shall not be substituted in lieu of the completion of this application in part or in whole. "See Resume" is not acceptable information for the completion of any part of the requirements of this application. If such is submitted, this employment application will be considered incomplete and may not be forwarded as eligible for consideration to hiring managers.
A valid drivers license is required.
Must be able to travel within the state for the purpose of training and meetings to include overnight travel.
If you certify, by completion and submission of this application, that you possess educational credentials that qualify you for the available DSS positions, you will be required to provide a certified official transcript, if you are selected for job offer.

Responsibilities

The Eligibility Specialist II is responsible for coordinating screenings for SNAP recipients and scheduling orientation appointments in the database system for the Employment & Training Program.
Demonstrates comprehensive knowledge and proficiency in program statues and services offered through South Carolina's SNAP Employment and Training Program. Effectively utilize systems and databases to screen participant referrals and schedule orientation appointments daily.
Collaborates with program coordinators regarding appointments scheduled monthly for their planned orientations appointments
Makes referrals for all 46 counties and utilize the system to review and determine any changes or updates that may need to be made. Correspond to emails and phone calls.
To ensure that personal identifying information (PII) is properly used, accessed, gathered, shared and disposed. To protect the agency networks and applications by safeguarding systems, equipment and data.
Performs other related duties as required.

Benefits

Health, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Children
15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
15 days sick leave per year
13 paid holidays
Paid Parental Leave
State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs

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