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Job Title:  

Economic Support Consultant 2 (Revenue Maximization Specialist)

Agency:

Family and Children Services, Division of

Job Requisition ID:

JR0000006110

Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Compensation Details:

$44,083.51

Job Description:

Stronger Families for a Stronger Georgia. The Georgia Department of Human Services (DHS) is a dynamic state agency responsible for delivering a wide range of services to Georgia's most vulnerable populations. Our mission is to strengthen Georgia by providing individuals and families access to services that promote self-sufficiency, independence, and protect Georgia's vulnerable children and adults.

Start your career in public service. The DHS’ Division of Family & Children Services (DFCS), Child Welfare, is seeking candidates for the position of Economic Support Consultant 2 in the Revenue Maximization Specialist (Rev Max) unit. This Position is located in Liberty County, Georgia.

What we offer. Enjoy a generous benefits package that includes unique training opportunities, employee retirement plan: 401(k) plan and 457 plan, 13 paid holidays, vacation & sick leave, medical, dental, vision, long/short-term care, life insurance, and employee discount programs; in addition to telework opportunities depending upon the position(s).

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Job Description: Under general supervision, interviews and investigates applicants and recipients to determine eligibility for use of social programs and agency resources. Records and evaluates personal and financial data obtained from individuals. Initiates procedures to grant, modify, deny, or terminate eligibility for various aid programs.

Completes initial and ongoing funding determinations for all children in the care, custody and oversight of DFCS. Completes annual Medicaid redeterminations. Reviews and analyzes all eligibility forms, applications, documents, data base documentation or other information to ensure accurate information is being received and/or given to make funding determinations.  Completes timely and accurate data entry into SHINES & Gateway data systems.  Works in accordance with all established Rev Max policy and protocols, Federal laws and Code of Federal Regulations.  Maintains Foster Care and Adoption Assistance Case Records in accordance with federal and Rev Max Record Management protocols, procedures and requirements. Completes and submits all required work productivity tracking forms/reports in accordance to and within established Rev Max protocols/procedures. Participates within a regional Rev Max team; collaborates and provides technical assistance to social services staff and county OFI staff as requested or needed to ensure accuracy and timeliness of Title IV-E funding determinations/re-determinations.  Participates in all meetings, trainings and/or work groups as requested by your supervisor and makes recommendations for unit/program improvements and or problem resolutions. Acquires and maintains a working knowledge of all Title IV-E and Medicaid Federal and State laws, policies, standards, procedures, protocols. Provide training for internal and external partners on Title IV-E eligibility upon request and approval by the supervisor. Maintains close and routine interactions with various agency and/or community partners; as such, excellent communication skills (demeanor, verbal, written) and a professional image are requisites.  Performs other duties as assigned. 

Roles and Responsibilities:

Job Responsibilities: 

• Determines Title IV-E funding eligibility for foster care and adoption assistance children.
• Determines continued Medicaid eligibility for foster care and adoption assistance children.
• Maintains ongoing case records.
• Maintains Gateway and SHINES data systems with current data.
• Requests, collects and tracks required documentation for program eligibility from various sources.
• Coordinates with county child welfare staff on funding and medical coverage for all foster and adopted children.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED and three (3) years of related experience.

OR

• One (1) year of experience at the lower-level Economic Support Cons 1 (SSP050) or position equivalent.

Preferred Qualifications: Preference will be given to candidates who, in addition to meeting the minimum qualifications, demonstrate some or all of the following skills/experience:   

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field from an accredited college or university AND twenty-four (24) months experience providing eligibility determinations for a government or a human/social services pro gram.

OR

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field from an accredited college or university AND twelve (12) months case management experience in Child Welfare, Foster Care, adoptions or other social service programs.

OR

• Associate degree from an accredited college or university AND twenty-four (24) months as an Economic Support Specialist (FICM 1) or Medicaid Eligibility Specialist.

OR

• Associate degree from an accredited college or university AND twenty-four (24) months as an Eligibility Specialist or lower Economic Support Consultant 1 position or equivalent.

Additional Information:

For more detailed information about the Georgia Department Human Services visit https://dhs.georgia.gov

Employment Information

Current State employees are subject to State Personnel Board (SPB) Rules regarding salary.

DHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer

If you require accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), email the request by the closing date of this announcement to: hrhelpline@dhs.ga.gov.

The candidate selected for this position may be subject to pre-employment drug screening, education verification, reference, motor vehicle records, and criminal background checks.

DHS accepts educational credential recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the US Department of Education (DOE) will be considered. DHS will contact educational institutions to verify degree, diploma, licensure, etc.

As an employee of DHS, in the event of an identified emergency you may be required, as a term and condition of employment, to assist in meeting the emergency responsibilities of the department.

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring official for next steps in the selection process. Only applicants who are selected and interviewed will receive notification.

This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.

Minimum Qualifications:

High school diploma/GED and three (3) years of related experience; or one (1) year of experience at the lower level Economic Support Cons 1 (SSP050) or position equivalent.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services.
Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.