Title IV-E Medicaid Eligibility Specialist (DCFS), Salt Lake Valley Region

State of Utah Office of the Governor•Sandy, UT

6d•$19 - $29•Hybrid

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), making initial and continuing Title IV-E and Medicaid eligibility determinations for Foster Care children in accordance with Federal, State, DHHS and DCFS policy and regulations.

Requirements

Excellent computer skills, technologically savvy
Skilled at data entry
Attention to detail
Organization skills
Ability to weigh the relative costs and benefits of a potential action
Strong oral, written, and interpersonal communications skills
Strong commitment to customer service

Nice To Haves

Professional work experience or knowledge of Title IV-E and Medicaid
Two or more years' experience working in government or public programs
Professional work experience and/or knowledge of Foster Care services
Current employees of the Utah Division of Child and Family Services (DCFS)

Responsibilities

Collecting and reviewing client information to determine client's/applicant's eligibility and options.
Participate in Peer Reviews and state and Federal audits.
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 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.