What are the responsibilities and job description for the Financial Direct Support Professional position at Valiant Living?
POSITION PURPOSE:
The Financial Direct Support Professional (FDSP) assesses and analyzes life circumstances and financial capabilities to provide assistance and services to agency participants; verifies collateral information and determines the eligibility for multiple social service programs. The FDSP responds to public inquiries regarding programs and benefits for the participants supported at Valiant Living. The FDSP interprets rules, regulations, and policies to ensure appropriate benefits and services are provided to participants in an effective and expedient manner to promote self-sufficiency, so the highest quality of life is afforded the participants who are supported by Valiant Living. This is non-exempt position.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Financial Direct Support Professional provides financial oversight services and establishes effective working relationships with participants, their families/guardians, and other social service personnel, public officials, and private citizens. The FDSP has knowledge of public assistance programs, objectives, and underlying causes of economic deprivation while maintaining case files, financial records, and computer database systems for assigned cases. This position gathers and reviews documentation regarding suspected fraud, makes a determination if fraud occurred, recommends appropriate action, and represents the department at administrative hearings to substantiate claims. This position requires face to face interaction with participants providing individual and classroom education to include guidance to their financial situations.
SCHEDULE: Monday - Friday 11:00 am -7:00 pm.
SUPERVISOR: Day Services Coordinator
SALARY: Salary is dependent on education and experience.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Degree and/or experience in business management/office management preferred
Demonstrated proficiency in QuickBooks, Microsoft Word and Excel.
Attention to detail
Must be able to document, be thorough and follow through on tasks
Self-starter who requires minimal supervision
Able to read, write and speak the English language
Ability to communicate effectively with individuals, staff, families and other customers verbally and in writing
Displays cooperative, supportive and positive conduct, and presents self as an effective role model in representing Valiant Living
Valid driver license and must be insurable by the agency insurance carrier
Ability to lift up to 30 pounds
Meet training requirements in accordance with Federal, State and local standards, as well as Valiant Living policies and procedures
Ability to solve practical problems, deal with a variety of situations and make sound judgements
Acceptable background check as defined by regulations and policies
Negative drug test
Punctual and dependable attendance
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 - $19.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- Management: 1 year (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
- Madison, SD 57042: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $19
