Associate Eligibility Specialist

The positionisan in-officeposition operating 40 hours/week.

COMPENSATION:

Hiring Range:$21.00-$22.49USD Hourly

Compensation will bedeterminedbased on educationexperienceand skills.

BENEFITS:

Jefferson County offers a generous benefits package that supports your personal and professional life. Benefits include medical dental and vision insurance; paid time off and holidays includinga starting bank of 40 hours of PTO for new hires; retirement matching; wellness programs; tuition reimbursement; flexible schedules; remote work options; and more. For more information clickherefor our Total Rewards summary.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

TheAssociate Eligibility Specialistis responsible for:

• Work involvesreviewof documents for completeness preparingdata entryinto complex computer program (CBMS) and a workflow management system to initiate applications and start renewals in preparation for Eligibility Specialists.

• You willbe responsible fortriaging incoming work and preparing it for processing including both digital and paper documents. Paper documentsare required tobe scanned in as our document repository system is paperless. You willresearchcase files on audit listlocatecase files review for information copy case files and communicate with staff innumerousareas toassistin file location and preparation.

• Work also involves receiving information from individuals as well as providers to document sensitive medical information review of information to ensure completeness data entry into CBMS communication to ensure case is preparedtimelyand accurately for processing filing and electronic case file management.

• You may be the first point of contact with an individual seeking Long Term Care and will need to be able to clearly communicate general information with the public as well as corresponding with other agencies and departments tosubmitdocuments. This is a fast-paced high-volume position that will require exceptional attention to detail and a great ability to multitask as well as working closely with a team where communication and organizational skills are essential.

• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Research shows that women and other underrepresented and historically marginalized groups tend to apply only when they check every box in the posting. If you are reading this and hesitating to click apply for that reason we encourage you to go for it! A true passion and excitement for making an impact is just as important as work experience.

Minimum Qualifications:

Experience:One Years related experience

Education:High School DiplomaGEDor equivalent certificate.

*Note: An equivalent combination of education and experience is acceptable.

Preferred knowledgeskillsand abilities:

• Minimum of two-year work experience in a high-volume administrative environment.

• CBMS experience or ability to navigate complex computer systems and databases is strongly preferred.

• Experience working in a role where accuracy is extremely important.

Skills attributes and that would lead to success in this role include:

• Ability to use critical thinking and strong attention to details. High organization and prioritization skills - ability to be able to complete a task after an interruption.

• Ability to apply knowledge learned andretainedthrough experience.

• Process improvement skills - ability to streamline processes for efficiency.

• Strong follow up skills

• Passion to make a difference

Additional Job Information:

• Criminal History and MVR Background Checks arefor every position.

• A valid Colorado drivers license is required for positions that drive on County Business in either a county or personal vehicle shall have a Colorado Drivers license within 30-days of hire or beginning to serve as an intern or volunteer.

• Offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of criminal history motor vehicle report education verification and/or references.

• In any materials yousubmit you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age date of birth or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

• All Jefferson County Employees must apply through their internal profile.

Accommodations Statement: We encourage people with disabilities to apply and are committed to providing reasonable accommodations throughout our hiring process. Forassistancewith applications interviews or other hiring-related accommodations contact. This contactis for accommodation requests only and cannot provide application status updates.