Title IV-E Eligibility & Medicaid Specialist

State of Utah • Lehi, UT

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Move forward in your career by applying to become a Title IV-E Medicaid Eligibility Specialist for the Division of Child and Family Services (DCFS)!. This incredible opportunity involves making initial and continuing Title IV-E and Medicaid eligibility determinations for Foster Care children, all in accordance with Federal, State, and DHHS policy and regulations.

Requirements

• Has excellent computer skills and technologically savvy required
• Has organization skills, strong oral, written, and interpersonal communications skills; and a strong commitment to customer service
• Is detail oriented
• Is able to weigh the relative costs and benefits of a potential action
• Knowledge, skills, and abilities related to the Title IV-E Medicaid Eligibility Specialist position
• Title IV-E
• Reading, interpreting, and applying laws, rules, regulations, policies and/or procedures; principles, theories, and practices of the Medicaid/Medicare system
• Knowledge of State or agency-specific software application program(s)
• Knowledge of SAFE (i.e., State social services computer application program)
• Experience with Google Drive, Google Docs, Google Sheets, Google Meet; Microsoft Word & Excel
• Knowledge and experience with Foster care services
• Must have a valid Utah driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

• Preference may be given for experience in or knowledge of Title IV-E and Medicaid and/or two or more years experience working in government or public programs.
• May be given to current DCFS employees

Responsibilities

• Collecting and reviewing client information to determine client's/applicant's eligibility and options.
• Preparing and/or processing documents; reviewing for accuracy and completeness; updating information and/or evaluating against policy; comparing elements for consistency or logical relationships, etc.
• Referring clients to other available services to meet needs where appropriate.
• Consulting with Division of Child Family Services staff regarding eligibility requirements when necessary.
• Maintaining and/or creating files or record keeping systems; sorting, labeling, filing, and retrieving documents, and/or other materials.
• Entering data into relevant databases such as EREP, and SAFE
• Participate in Peer Reviews, state and Federal audits.

Benefits

• Job Stability: Enjoy the security and reliability of employment within a well-established organization.
• Career Growth: Develop valuable skills and gain opportunities for leadership within a large organization.
• Meaningful Work: Contribute to an important service that benefits the community and supports organizational goals.
• Supportive Work Environment: Be part of a team that values cooperation, strong work ethics, and mutual support.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed