ES Eligibility Case Manager CNTY

Salary:

$38,080. 00 - $46,578. 00 Annually

Location :

Anderson County, SC

Job Type:

FTE - Full-Time

Job Number:

172314

Agency:

Department of Social Services

Division:

County Office-Anderson

Opening Date:

01/07/2025

Closing Date:

1/13/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

Class Code::

GA44

Position Number::

61013176

Normal Work Schedule::

Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)

Pay Band:

Band 4

Hiring Range - Min. :

$38,080. 00

Hiring Range - Max. :

$46,578. 00



EEO Statement:

Equal Opportunity Employer

Agency Specific Application Procedures::

All applicants must apply online. All correspondence from DSS Human Resources will be made through electronic mail, unless otherwise indicated.

Veteran Preference Statement:

South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

Job Responsibilities

Do you have a passion to provide meaningful work in the community?

Would you like to be part of an organization whose central mission is helping to protect, stabilize and strengthen the lives of children, families, and vulnerable adults? Then the

South Carolina Department of Social Services

has the right job opportunity for you.

Job Duties:
The ES 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) includes 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.
Conduct SNAP and/or TANF quality interviews to include both phone and face-to-face interviews for SNAP and/or TANF applications and/or renewals.
Process SNAP and/or TANF applications and/or renewals by determining eligibility and authorizing benefits if applicable, and process SNAP and/or TANF six month renewals and changes by redetermining eligibility and reauthorizing benefits if applicable.
Manage 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. Keep abreast of state, federal, and agency program regulations and policies.
Process system generated alerts (SNAP, TANF, ESAP, and SCCAP) for county of residence as well as any alerts associated with your caseload.
Maintain 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.
Identify and documents over payments 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.
Perform Red Cross shelter duty or other emergency shelter duty/services as directed.
Ensure that personal identifying information (PII) is properly used, accessed, gathered, shared and disposed. To protect the agency networks and applications by safeguarding systems, equipment, and data.
Minimum and Additional Requirements

A High School Diploma and at least one (1) year of experience in Economic Services programs.

A Bachelor's Degree may be substituted for one (1) year of relevant program experience.
Additional Comments

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. "See Resume" is not acceptable information for the completion of any part of the requirements of this application. If such is submitted, this employment application will be considered incomplete and may not be forwarded as eligible for consideration to hiring managers.

Must possess a valid driver's license and have access to and be able to operate a motor vehicle. Individuals must comply with necessary field work assignments.

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.

The South Carolina Department of Social Services offers an exceptional benefits package that includes:

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


Economic Services / Anderson County

Benefits for State Employees

The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits
Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits
State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits
State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Note:

The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.

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Have you ever been terminated or forced to resign from any job? If yes, please explain.

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I understand that supplemental questions are considered part of the official application. Any misrepresentation will result in disqualification .