Economic Support Consultant 2 (Revenue Maximization Specialist) - 00169427

Salary: $42,387.99 Annually
Location : Lowndes Co., GA
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 2024-60028
Division/Office: County DFCS - Region 11
Unit: Lowndes Co. DFCS
Opening Date: 11/02/2023
Closing Date: 12/2/2023 11:59 PM Eastern
Max Number of Applicants: 100
Description
Stronger Families for a Stronger Georgia. The Georgia Department of Human Services (DHS) delivers a wide range of human services designed to promote self-sufficiency, safety and well-being for all Georgians.
What we offer. Enjoy a generous benefits package that includes a flexible work schedule, unique training opportunities, employee retirement plan, deferred compensation, 13 paid holidays, vacation & sick leave, dental, vision, long term care, and life insurance; in addition to telework opportunities depending upon the position.
Start your career in public service. The Division of Family and Children Services (DFCS), Revenue Maximization Unit (Rev Max), is seeking candidates for the position of Economic Support Consultant 2 (Rev Max Specialist). This position reports to the unit supervisor and will be located in Lowndes County.
Note: Rev Max staff are teleworking 4 days per week and working on location one day per week to prepare for state and federal IV-E audits.
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Job Description
Pay Grade: H
Completes funding determinations for all children in the care, custody, and oversight of DFCS. Reviews and analyzes all eligibility forms, applications, documents, database documentation or other information to ensure accurate information is being received and/or given to make funding determinations. Completes timely and accurate data entry into SHINES & Gateway database systems. Works in accordance with all established Rev Max policy and protocols, Federal laws, and Code of Federal Regulations. Maintains Foster Care and Adoption Assistance Case Records in accordance with Rev Max Record Management protocols/procedures. Completes and submits all required work productivity tracking forms/reports in accordance to and within established Rev Max protocols/procedures. Participates within a regional Rev Max team; collaborates and provides technical assistance to social services staff and county OFI staff as requested or needed to ensure accuracy and timeliness of Title IV-E funding determinations/re-determinations. Participates in all meetings, trainings and/or work groups as requested by your supervisor and makes recommendations for unit/program improvements and or problem resolutions. Acquires and maintains a working knowledge of all Title IV-E and Medicaid Federal and State laws, policies, standards, procedures, protocols. Provide training for internal and external partners on Title IV-E eligibility upon request and approval by the supervisor. Maintains close and routine interactions with various agency and/or community partners; as such, excellent communication skills (demeanor, verbal, written) and a professional image are requisites.
Role and Responsibilities:

• Determines Title IV-E funding eligibility for foster care and adoption assistance children.
• Determines Medicaid eligibility for foster care and adoption assistance children.
• Maintains ongoing case records.
• Maintains Gateway and SHINES data systems with current data.
• Request, collect and track required documentation for program eligibility from various sources.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited college or university.

OR

• Associate's degree from an accredited college or university AND One year of related experience.

OR

• High school diploma or GED AND Three years of related experience.

OR

• Two years of experience at the lower level Economic Support Cons 1 (SSP050) or position equivalent.

Preferred Skills/Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited college or university AND 12 months experience providing eligibility determinations for a government or a human/social services program.
• Bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited college or university AND 12 months case management experience in Child Welfare, Foster Care, adoptions or other social service programs.
• Associate degree from an accredited college or university AND twenty-four (24) months as an Economic Support Specialist (FICM 1) or Medicaid Eligibility Specialist.
• Associate degree from an accredited college or university AND twenty-four (24) months of experience at the lower Economic Support Consultant 1 position or equivalent.

Additional Information
For more detailed information about the Georgia Department Human Services
Employment InformationCurrent State employees are subject to State Personnel Board (SPB) Rules regarding salary.
DHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer
If you require accommodations under the American Disability Act (ADA), email request by the closing date of this announcement to: DHS-HR@dhs.ga.gov.
The candidate selected for this position may be subject to pre-employment drug screening, education verification, reference, motor vehicle records, and criminal background checks.
DHS accepts educational credential recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the US Department of Education (DOE) will be considered. DHS will contact educational institutions to verify degree, diploma, licensure, etc.
As an employee of DHS, in the event of an identified emergency you may be required, as a term and condition of employment, to assist in meeting the emergency responsibilities of the department.
Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring official for next steps in the selection process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification.
This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.
In addition to a competitive salary, DHS offers a generous benefits package, which includes employee retirement plan; paid holidays annually; vacation and sick leave; health, dental, vision, legal, disability, accidental death and dismemberment, health and child care spending account. Visit for more information.
Insurance
Health, dental, vision, legal, disability, accidental death and dismemberment, healthcare and childcare spending accounts, and life insurance plans are available.
Health Benefits: 1-800-610-1863
Flexible Benefits: 1-877-342-7339
Retirement
State employees participate in the Employee's Retirement System. Contributions are based on a percentage of salary and service date entry
Employee Retirement System: 1-800-805-4609
Deferred Compensation
Tax shelter plans are available that enable employees to provide for greater retirement security. Fund programs are available in both 457(k) and 401(k) plans.
Peach State Reserves: 1-877-342-7339
Credit Union
Employees are eligible to become members of the and
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