CPS FC Elig Spec I Dept of Family & Protectve Svc 33 reviews - Austin, TX $2,194 - $3,446 a month OVERVIEW The Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) is responsible for protecting the unprotected ? children, elderly, and people with disabilities ? from abuse, neglect, and exploitation. DFPS accomplishes this responsibility by employing over 12,000 workers who live up to the agency's Mission, Vision, & Values in service to the 27 million citizens of Texas. WHY WORK FOR DFPS? DFPS is not only a qualifying organization for the Service Loan Forgiveness Program, which forgives the remaining balance on college student Direct Loans after making 120 qualifying monthly payments, but also offers excellent health benefits, special discounts on many products and services through the Discount Purchase Program, a lifetime monthly retirement annuity as well as Texa$aver 401(k) and 457 Programs under the Employees Retirement System of Texas. As a state-certified caseworker, you will also have an exciting opportunity to increase your base salary by 20% in the first 18 months through our training and certification process. An additional benefit you will receive is 12 days of paid annual leave, 12 sick days, and the potential to earn up to four days of administrative leave each year. Your annual paid leave accrual increases as your tenure increases. Eligibility Specialist I / Regional Adoption Assistance Eligibility Specialist The position determines eligibility for adoption assistance using application forms, necessary documents listed on adoption assistance checklist, collateral contacts, and data entry on appropriate automated system. The position interprets policies for staff, assumes administrative tasks including training, special projects and reports, updated eligibility status in the states automated software program (IMPACT) and accesses TIERS system for information verification. The position interacts routinely with Child Protective Services (CPS) caseworkers, program directors, state office program specialists, and other agency staff throughout the United States. Essential Job Functions: · Initiates and tracks adoption assistance applications and renewals. · Handles all inquiries for foster home and adoption. · Performs eligibility determinations for children. · Serves as member of the regional adoption subsidy committee. · Obtains information from adoptive parents and notifies them of adoption subsidy committee decision. · Extensively works in IMPACT and interacts regularly with State Office fiscal division. · Reviews and processes Interstate Compact on the Placement of Children (ICPC) documents for Medicaid eligibility on children in custody of another state who are placed for adoption in Texas. · Reviews and processes all non-recurring adoption expense applications for payments. · Verifies children for post adoption services. · Performs other duties as assigned and required to maintain unit operations, including maintaining all adoption subsidy files. · Promotes and demonstrates appropriate respect for cultural diversity among coworkers and all work-related contacts. · Attends work regularly in accordance with agency leave policy. Knowledge Skills Abilities: - Knowledge of agency policies and procedures. - Knowledge of AFDC categorical requirements - Knowledge of laws and policies for Title IV-E requirements. - Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships. - Skill in effective verbal and written communications. - Ability to identify problems and make recommendations to correct. - Ability to operate a personal computer. - Ability to muti-task duties. - Ability to work in a stressful environment and meet deadlines. Registration or Licensure Requirements: None Required. Initial Selection Criteria: · Graduation from high school or equivalent. · Two years full-time social service, human services work, eligibility determination, or DFPS experience. Acceptable Substitutions: · Sixty semester hours from an accredited college or university may be substituted for the required experience. Additional Information: Food Stamp, TANF, Medicaid eligibility determination or knowledge of Foster Care eligibility preferred. This position is headquartered at 14000 Summit Dr., Ste #100, Austin, TX 78728. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HHS agencies will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring and selection process for qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance completing the on-line application, contact the HHS Employee Service Center at 1-888-894-4747. If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodation to participate in the interview process, please notify the person scheduling the interview. MOS Code: Note: There are no direct military occupation(s) that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position. All active duty, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans are encouraged to apply. For more information see the Texas State Auditors Military Crosswalk at http://www.hr.sao.state.tx.us/Compensation/JobDescriptions.aspx. HHS agencies use E-Verify. You must bring your I-9 documentation with you on your first day of work. I-9 Form - Click here to download the I-9 form. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HHS agencies will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring and selection process for qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance completing the on-line application, contact the HHS Employee Service Center at 1-888-894-4747. If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodation to participate in the interview process, please notify the person scheduling the interview. 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