<p>Description and Functions</p> <p>Open Until Filled</p> <p>GENERAL DESCRIPTION:</p> <p>The Wyoming Department of Health, Health Care Financing, Client Services Unit, is seeking a Benefits & Eligibility Specialist for Cheyenne. This position will serve as a Benefits and Eligibility Specialist for the Medicaid Client Services Unit. This position is responsible for determining eligibility for Wyoming's Long-Term Care programs.</p> <p>Working for the State of Wyoming offers more than a paycheck. Our total compensation package includes:</p> <ul> <li> <p>Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance</p> </li><li> <p>Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays</p> </li><li> <p>Retirement - Pension and 457B plans that help you build a secure future</p> </li><li> <p>Flexible schedules and work-life balance options</p> </li><li> <p>Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities</p> </li></ul> <p>and MUCH MORE!Click here for detailed information, oryou can watch this short video to learn about our benefit package!</p> <p>Want to see the full value of your compensation beyond salary?</p> <p>Explore our Total Compensation Calculator:compensationcalculator.wyo.gov</p> <p>Human Resource Contact:wdhrecruit@wyo.gov</p> <p>ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed in the job level.</p> <ul> <li>Assesses and analyzes current life and financial circumstances to determine eligibility and provide long-term care (LTC) medical assistance to individuals and families in need </li><li>Makes eligibility determinations and performs case management </li><li>Responsible and accountable for timely and accurate LTC determinations. </li><li>Interact with clients and other State agencies/divisions to determine initial eligibility for programs involving Federal and State Funds. Responsible for determining which program(s) best meet the needs of the client. </li><li>Policy review and training </li><li>Interaction with Community, State, and Federal Partners </li><li>Preparation for and participation in hearings </li></ul> <p>Qualifications</p> <p>PREFERENCES:</p> <p>Preference will be given to candidates with a bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience in the related field. or 3-5 years of progressive work experience in a healthcare setting.</p> <p>KNOWLEDGE:</p> <ul> <li>Computer literacy and ability to use word processing and tables/mathematical software. </li><li>Knowledge of and ability to communicate and interact with individuals with cognitive, emotional, and/or physical disabilities. </li><li>Mathematical knowledge and ability to make basic and/or algebraic calculations without error. </li><li>Knowledge of and skill in clear, concise, and grammatically correct verbal and written communication. </li><li>Ability to analyze and apply correct policy and procedure to diverse case and client circumstances so that cases are completed without error. </li></ul> <p>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:</p> <p>Education:</p> <p>Bachelor's Degree</p> <p>Experience:</p> <p>0-1 year of progressive work experience (typically in Benefits and Eligibility) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Benefits and Eligibility Specialist I</p> <p>OR</p> <p>Education & ExperienceSubstitution:</p> <p>3-4 years of progressive work experience (typically in Benefits and Eligibility) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Benefits and Eligibility Specialist I</p> <p>Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:</p> <p>None</p> <p>Necessary Special Requirements</p> <p>PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:</p> <ul> <li>The employee may sit comfortably to perform the work; however, there may be some walking, standing, bending, carrying light items, driving an automobile, etc. </li></ul> <p>NOTES:</p> <ul> <li>FLSA: Non-Exempt </li><li>The Wyoming Department of Health is anE-Verifyemployer. </li></ul> <p>Supplemental Information</p> <p>Clickhereto view the State of Wyoming Total Compensation Calculator.</p> <p>Clickhere to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.</p> <p>URL:http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm</p> <p>The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.</p> <p>Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.</p>