Program Coordinator I / 61079525 Position Available In Richland, South Carolina

Program Coordinator

I / 61079525


Salary
$45,300.00•$77,000.00 Annually
Location Richland County, SC
Job Type
FTE•Full-Time
Job Number
176929
Agency
Department of Health and Human Services
Division
Eligibility, Enrollment, and Member Services (EEMS)
Opening Date
06/05/2025
Closing Date
6/16/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

Class Code:

AH35

Position Number:

61079525

Normal Work Schedule:

Monday•Friday (8:30•5:00)
Pay Band
Band 5
Opening Date
06/05/2025
EEO Statement
Equal Opportunity Employer

Agency Specific Application Procedures:

Failure to provide detailed and complete information may result in your application not being referred.
Veteran Preference Statement
South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

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The Agency’s mission is to be boldly innovative in improving the health and quality of life for South Carolinians.
This is position is located in Eligibility Determinations & Appeals, Richland County.
Are you the One? We are looking for a Program Coordinator I who will promote the mission and values of SCDHHS. Under limited supervision, serves as (MAGI) Eligibility Respondent Coordinator. Will represent the agency in both formal and informal hearings and appeals processes. Reviews case records to ensure the Medicaid decision under appeal was accurately determined based upon the correct application of Medicaid policies and procedures. Ensures an accurate and timely response to applicant/petitioner requests for Fair Hearing.
Analyzes case information to determine the accuracy of the eligibility decision. Reviews case findings and ensures the receipt of a request for Fair Hearing. Reviews case file for documentation of legal representation if petitioner is someone other than the applicant/beneficiary. Provides information regarding case decisions and guidance for corrective action to eligibility workers and eligibility supervisors when eligibility determinations are inaccurate. Identifies error trends and reports findings to direct supervisor.
When applicable, gathers and/or analyzes additional information provided by the petitioner, Eligibility Policy Team and/or Eligibility Quality Team to determine relevancy to the proposed action and complete an eligibility decision utilizing this information. Prepares and sends the Appeals Packet to the Division of Appeals and Hearings and to the petitioner per policy. Responds to any interlocutory, prehearing orders or Orders to Produce received from the Division of Appeals and Hearings within the required timeframes.
Attends hearings to represent the Department of Health and Human Services and present evidence to support the eligibility decision.
Follows the directives in the Final Administrative Decision and/or Order of Remand when issued by the Division of Appeals and Hearings. When ordered, make a new eligibility determination and issue a new Notice of Action to the applicant/beneficiary. Follows Medicaid policies and timeliness procedures to respond to the applicant/beneficiary/petitioner if an appeal is filed based on a new decision. Takes necessary actions to determine/reinstate eligibility when the previous decision was reversed.
Stays abreast of all current SCDHHS policy and procedures pertaining to Medicaid eligibility and the appeals process.
Complete other job duties as assigned. May require performing tasks across the team or other business units within the agency.
The South Carolina Department of Health and Human Services offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE and TGE positions that includes:
Health, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Children.
15 days annual (vacation) leave per year.
15 days sick leave per year.
13 paid holidays.
State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs.
Minimum and Additional Requirements
High School Diploma and relevant professional experience in social service programs, business administration, general administrative management or relevant program experience.
Knowledge of Medicaid (MAGI) eligibility, appeal and hearings or court experience and strong oral and written communication skills is preferred

Additional Requirements:

Occasional overnight travel.
Overtime and/or weekend work with Deputy approval.
Sitting or standing for long periods of time.
Lifting requirements: 20 lbs.
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of SCDHHS Medicaid Eligibility Policies and Procedures as well as general knowledge of applicable state and federal regulations. Ability to exercise judgment and discretion. Must have strong oral and written communication skills and be able to communicate effectively. Candidate must establish and maintain professional interaction with agency staff, service provider staff and Medicaid applicants/beneficiaries/petitioners. Must be able to gather information in a timely and accurate manner and demonstrate attention to detail. Ability to interpret and apply laws, regulations, policies and procedures. Knowledge of SCDHHS Medicaid Eligibility systems such as MEDS, CURAM, Mobius, OnBase, MMIS, CGIS is preferred.
Additional Comments
Please complete the State application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position. Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application for qualification purposes. All applicants must apply online. All correspondence from the Office of Human Resources will be through electronic mail.
The South Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, including, but not limited, to lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.
Employer
State of South Carolina
Agency
Department of Health and Human Services
Address
1801 Main Street, Suite 224
Columbia, South Carolina, 29201
Phone
803-898-2670
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