Demo

PROGRAM ELIGIBILITY SPECIALIST

State of Arkansas
White, AR Full Time
POSTED ON 3/23/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/18/2025
Position Number: 44071007

County: Arkansas; Ashley; Bradley; Chicot; Cleveland; Desha; Drew; Grant; Jefferson; Lee; Lincoln; Monroe; Phillips; St Francis

Posting End Date: [[postingEndDate]]

Anticipated Starting Salary: $36,155.00

DCO

NOTE: This application is being used for vacancies in the following Counties: Jefferson, St. Francis, Lee, Phillips, Monroe, Arkansas, Grant, Cleveland, Lincoln, Desha, Drew, Bradley, Ashley, and Chicot.

(You will be able to choose your county when applying)

The Department of Human Services is a place for people passionate about serving others and changing lives for the better. We care for Arkansans of all ages and ensure places like childcare centers and nursing homes are safe. We are the safety net for the most vulnerable Arkansans. Whether you answer the phones, take applications, protect children, or help care for residents or patients at one of our facilities, you make a difference by working at DHS. Plus, working for the State has great perks, including a pension, maternity leave, paid state holidays, and much more. At DHS, we take care of our employees so you can help care for others.

Position Information

Class Code: M066C

Grade: GS06

FLSA Status: NON-EXEMPT

Salary Range: $36,155.00 - $57,668.00

Summary

The Program Eligibility Specialist is responsible for obtaining client information, preparing and monitoring case plans, coordinating services with providers, and preparing information and recommendations. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency/institution policy.

Functions

Reviews referrals for services and interviews applicants and/or family members to explain eligibility requirements, form completion requirements, and community resources. Requests information to determine client eligibility or needs and forwards requests for approval to appropriate staff in accordance with established procedures. Provides information regarding resources, assistance, and services available to applicant and may visit with client and family members in their homes to determine client needs and provide family and/or parent behavior modification counseling. Schedules initial intake conference with client and/or family members, following eligibility determination, to obtain written and oral information regarding psychiatric, psychological, medical background, financial status, and other previous professional recommendations. Evaluates requests and professional findings, in accordance with policies and procedures, and initiates procedures to grant, modify, deny, or terminate eligibility for assistance with recommendations and options for services, referring client to alternative sources, or preparing additional requests for evaluation and assistance. Writes individualized plan of care and contacts participating private and public service providers for assistance. Interprets policy and ensures compliance with state and federal laws, regulations, legal mandates, action plans, and policies. May serve as a liaison to other divisions and agencies to develop policies and procedures for community-based programs. Performs other duties as assigned.

Dimensions

None

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

Knowledge of federal and state laws, policies, procedures, and guidelines governing client eligibility for assistance programs. Knowledge of community-based programs and services. Ability to interpret and apply policies, procedures, and guidelines in determining eligibility for assistance programs. Ability to evaluate client information, assess client needs, and make referrals. Ability to prepare, present, and review oral and written information and reports. Ability to interview and provide technical assistance. Ability to use computer software to produce reports and written communications.

Minimum Qualifications

The formal education equivalent of a bachelor's degree in psychology, sociology, or a related field. Additional requirements determined by the agency for recruiting purposes require review and approval by the Office of Personnel Management. OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE.

Licenses

None

The State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.

Salary : $36,155 - $57,668

If your compensation planning software is too rigid to deploy winning incentive strategies, it’s time to find an adaptable solution. Compensation Planning
Enhance your organization's compensation strategy with salary data sets that HR and team managers can use to pay your staff right. Surveys & Data Sets

What is the career path for a PROGRAM ELIGIBILITY SPECIALIST?

Sign up to receive alerts about other jobs on the PROGRAM ELIGIBILITY SPECIALIST career path by checking the boxes next to the positions that interest you.
Income Estimation: 
$39,404 - $51,519
Income Estimation: 
$44,199 - $55,861
Income Estimation: 
$39,404 - $51,519
Income Estimation: 
$44,199 - $55,861
Income Estimation: 
$61,013 - $81,239
Income Estimation: 
$33,598 - $61,119
Income Estimation: 
$65,352 - $83,351
Income Estimation: 
$73,522 - $95,253
Income Estimation: 
$70,882 - $94,516
Income Estimation: 
$73,522 - $95,253
Income Estimation: 
$65,352 - $83,351
Income Estimation: 
$79,703 - $117,266
Income Estimation: 
$70,882 - $94,516
Income Estimation: 
$89,191 - $127,928
View Core, Job Family, and Industry Job Skills and Competency Data for more than 15,000 Job Titles Skills Library

Job openings at State of Arkansas

State of Arkansas
Hired Organization Address Bald Knob, AR Full Time
Position Number: 22109119 County: White Posting End Date: 02/11/2025 Anticipated Starting Salary: $32,405 State Revenue ...
State of Arkansas
Hired Organization Address Warren, AR Full Time
Position Number: 22102027 County: Bradley Posting End Date: 04/21/2025 Anticipated Starting Salary: $32,405.00 DDS/South...
State of Arkansas
Hired Organization Address Hope, AR Full Time
Position Number: 22107194 County: Hempstead Posting End Date: 4/7/2025 Anticipated Starting Salary: $32,405 Office of Ch...
State of Arkansas
Hired Organization Address Lonoke, AR Full Time
Position Number: 22143015 County: Lonoke Posting End Date: 4/7/2025 Anticipated Starting Salary: $32,405.00 Location: Ar...

Not the job you're looking for? Here are some other PROGRAM ELIGIBILITY SPECIALIST jobs in the White, AR area that may be a better fit.

PROGRAM ELIGIBILITY SUPERVISOR

State of Arkansas, Stuttgart, AR

Program Specialist

Food and Drug Administration, Jefferson, AR

AI Assistant is available now!

Feel free to start your new journey!