IM-FC (Title IV-E Eligibility) Specialist

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What Youll Do

• Review case information and determine eligibility for Title IV-E and state-funded programs
• Set up and maintain payment authorizations for foster care adoption and guardianship cases
• Review legal and case documentation to support eligibility decisions
• Document case activity clearly and accurately
• Use multiple systems to track and manage case information
• Work with team members and partners to resolve questions or issues
• Manage a caseload with a focus on accuracy and timeliness
• Identify and address issues that could impact eligibility or payments

Why This Work Matters

• Helps ensure children in out-of-home care have access to the supports they need
• Supports the funding that keeps child welfare programs running
• Contributes to consistency and stability for families across Nebraska

What to Expect

• This is detailed policy-based work that requires strong attention to detail
• Youll be managing multiple cases at different stages at the same time
• Accuracy mattersthis work connects to federal requirements and funding
• A significant part of the role involves documentation and system navigation
• Youll work independently but also collaborate regularly with your team

What Were Looking For

• Someone who is detail-oriented and comfortable working with complex information
• Ability to think through situations and apply policy to real cases
• Strong organization and time management skills
• Clear communication especially in writing
• Comfort working across systems and learning new processes
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Requirements / Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications: 24 semester hours of post high school education in behavioral sciences public/business administration social sciences education or closely related field OR experience in customer service determining eligibility for public assistance examining/processing financial loan applications medical or unemployment insurance or rehabilitation claims unemployment services OR a combination of education and experience in any of the above areas.

Preferred Qualifications: Experience with eligibility determination case management or public assistance programs

Other: Valid Drivers license is required.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Ability: Ability to interpret and apply policy or regulations

Strong attention to detail and ability to work with complex information

Skills: Organization and time management skills in a high-volume environment

Clear written communication skills especially for documentation

Experience working in a Children and Family Servicesrelated role

Knowledge: Experience using DHHS systems (NFOCUS SharePoint )

Prior experience in child welfare or human services systems

Comfort navigating multiple systems and reconciling information across sources

Ability to identify issues and problem-solve independently

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