State Eligibility Consultant

State of Indiana•North Vernon, IN

About The Position

The State Eligibility Consultant (SEC) supports the Division of Family Resources (DFR) within the Family and Social Services Administration (FSSA). DFR establishes eligibility for Medicaid, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), and Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) benefits, manages timely and accurate SNAP and TANF benefit delivery, and provides employment and training services to some recipients. Its focus is supporting and preserving families through self-sufficiency and personal responsibility. The SEC processes and reviews tasks, applications, changes, and redeterminations for SNAP, Medicaid, and TANF to ensure compliance with applicable policies and regulations. The role makes corrections, updates case information, and authorizes benefits. It also provides feedback for peer coaching and reporting to help improve DFR’s accuracy review process. The position may be used in a supervisory capacity based on agency needs. The traditional starting salary is $37,648, though it may be commensurate with education and work experience.

Requirements

Thorough knowledge of public assistance policy, practices, and procedures.
Thorough knowledge of federal, state, and local rules and regulations related to public assistance programs.
Working knowledge of computerized eligibility systems.
Ability to identify problems, evaluate alternatives, and implement effective solutions.
Ability to use tact and empathy when working with people from varied backgrounds.
Ability to use discretion when handling clients’ and fellow employees’ personal information.
Effective interview and communication skills.
Ability to be flexible and self-motivated while managing multiple priorities.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.
Willingness to travel, with reasonable accommodation.
Ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Responsibilities

Review eligibility recommendations and information provided by contract staff.
Determine eligibility for appropriate benefits and waiver programs in compliance with state and federal rules, regulations, and guidelines.
Examine data matches to identify inconsistent and unreported data.
Approve claims referred and calculated by the contractor.
Conduct full eligibility interviews for SNAP, TANF, and Medicaid applicants.
Keep current on changes to rules, regulations, and guidelines for individual benefit programs.
Make necessary corrections, update case information, and authorize benefits.
Provide feedback for peer coaching and reporting to support improvement of the DFR accuracy review process.
Perform other duties, responsibilities, and activities as assigned.

Benefits

Three medical plan options, including prescription coverage, as well as vision and dental plans.
Wellness Rewards Program with gift card rewards for completed wellness activities.
Health savings account with bi-weekly state contributions.
Deferred compensation 457(b) account with employer match.
Two fully funded pension plan options.
Leave policies, including 150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers.
Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave.
Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave.
12 paid holidays, or 14 in election years.
Education Reimbursement Program.
Group life insurance.
Referral Bonus program.
Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits.
Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
Free parking for most positions.
Free LinkedIn Learning access.