Eligibility Professional
About The Position
Who can apply: Anyone (External).
Classified/Unclassified Service: Unclassified
Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm (Flexible schedules available)
Eligible to Receive Benefits: Yes
Veterans' Preference Eligible: Yes
Sponsorship: KDHE does not provide sponsorship for this position.
Compensation
Hourly Pay Range: $17.97 - $20.79
Salary can vary depending upon education, experience, or qualifications.
Employment Benefits
Comprehensive medical, mental, dental, vision, and additional coverage
Sick & Vacation leave
Work-Life Balance programs: parental leave, military leave, jury leave, funeral leave
Paid State Holidays (designated by the Governor annually)
Fitness Centers in select locations
Employee discounts with the STAR Program
Retail And Deferred Compensation Programs
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Position Summary & Responsibilities
- Develop a positive working relationship with KanCare Eligibility contract staff in order to assist customers in accessing appropriate services.
- Represents the agency to the contractor and uses a non-judgmental attitude, communication skills and a working understanding of human behavior to establish an atmosphere in which mutual goals are achieved, and positive working relationships are maintained.
- Act as a resource to the KanCare Eligibility contractor. This may include one-on-one assistance with the screening of medical applications and reviews in addition to medical eligibility determinations.
Qualifications
- Education: High School, GED
- Licensing & Certification: Valid Driver's License - Incumbent is required to have and maintain a valid driver's license when operating a state vehicle, a private vehicle, or a rental vehicle for the benefit of the State.
- Minimum Qualifications: High School diploma or equivalent, six months experience determining Long-Term Care, Elderly and Disabled, or Family Medical eligibility. Education may be substituted for experience as determined relevant by the agency.
- Preferred Qualifications: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access Proofreading, editing, attention to detail Demonstrated analytical skills Knowledge of Medicaid programs Ability to manage competing priorities Experience utilizing computer, imaging and eligibility determination system
Post-Offer, Pre-employment Requirements
- Kansas Tax Clearance Certificate: A valid Kansas Tax Clearance Certificate is a condition of employment for all employees of the State of Kansas. Applicants (including non-residents) who receive a formal job offer for a state job, are required to obtain a valid Tax Clearance within ten (10) days of the job offer. A Tax Clearance can be obtained through the Kansas Department of Revenue who reviews individual accounts for compliance with Kansas Tax Law.
Required Documents For This Application To Be Complete
- Transcripts
- DD214 (if you are claiming Veteran’s Preference)
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How To Claim Veterans Preference
- Veterans' Preference Eligible (VPE): Former military personnel or their spouse that have been verified as a "veteran"; under K.S.A. 73-201 will receive an interview if they meet the minimum competency factors of the position.
How To Claim Disability Hiring Preference
- Applicants that have physical, cognitive and/or mental disabilities may claim an employment preference when applying for positions. If they are qualified to meet the performance standards of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, they will receive an interview for the position.