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State of South Carolina

REPOST Eligibility Case Manager / 61013516

State of South Carolina, Columbia, South Carolina, us, 29228

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Overview

Special Notice: This is a REPOST -- Previous applicants need not re-apply for this 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! Job Duties

The Eligibility Case Manager provides services in accordance with federal and state laws and regulations and agency policies and procedures, performing general work duties related to the administration of SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) including ESAP (Elderly Simplified Application Project) and SCCAP (South Carolina Combined Application Project), and TANF (Temporary Assistance for Needy Families) programs in the Economic Services Division in the county office to help restore or improve customer financial stability. Conducts SNAP and/or TANF quality interviews to include both phone and face-to-face interviews for SNAP and/or TANF applications and/or renewals. Processes SNAP and/or TANF applications and/or renewals by determining eligibility and authorizing benefits if applicable, and processes SNAP and/or TANF six month renewals and changes by redetermining eligibility and reauthorizing benefits if applicable. Manages ABAWD (Able-Bodied Adult without Dependents) caseload by sending required notices, updating ABAWD tracking system, and determining SNAP eligibility for assigned ABAWD cases. Interprets social services programs to clients as needed. Keeps abreast of state, federal, and agency program regulations and policies. Processes system generated alerts (SNAP, TANF, ESAP, and SCCAP) for county of residence as well as any alerts associated with your caseload. Maintains case records and files in agency designated computer system for documentation and auditing purposes as required by agency policy in a confidential, timely and accurate manner. Documents client work participation activities in agency designated system. Enters timely documentation in SCOSA of events/activities that may affect clients continued eligibility for benefits. Prepares reports as requested by the supervisor or otherwise required and follows program policies and procedures. Identifies and documents overpayments and makes at least 3 possible claims referrals to the Benefit Integrity Unit; prepares supporting documents for Fair Hearings. Participates in training and supervisory meetings or staff meetings as required. Performs other related duties as required. Performs Red Cross shelter duty or other emergency shelter duty/services as directed. Qualifications

A High School Diploma and at least one (1) year of experience in Economic Services programs. A Bachelor’s Degree may be substituted for the required program experience. A valid driver’s 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. Application Instructions

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. If such is submitted, this employment application will be considered incomplete and may not be forwarded as eligible for consideration to hiring managers. 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 DIVISION:

Economic Services /

Jasper County

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