Candace Smith
Syracuse,NY
Summary
Adept at uncovering financial fraud and fostering key relationships, I leveraged my legal knowledge and records research skills at Onondaga County Department of Social Services to significantly enhance investigation outcomes. My proactive approach and ability to teach and guide colleagues underscore my commitment to excellence and teamwork in challenging environments.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Welfare Fraud Investigator
Onondaga County Department Of Social Services
03.2018 - 05.2023
- Conducted field investigations and home visits
- Obtained and prepared evidence and statement for the Onondaga County District Attorney's office. Provided testimony as needed
- Obtained working knowledge of laws, forms, regulations, and procedures
- Worked with considerable independence or with partner or team
- Verified information by checking against other sources
- Worked with other agencies, utilities, banks, and consulted social media as part of investigations
Income Maintenance Specialist
Onondaga County Medicaid Department
03.2006 - 04.2018
- Determined initial eligibility for Medicaid Programs
- Conducted interviews with applicants
- Compiled and reviewed information
- Prepared individual budgets
- Developed and honed skills to deal with individuals during adverse conditions
- Determined and calculated overpayments made by program to recipients who were deemed ineligible
- Communicated process and findings to clients and team
Income Maintenance Worker
Onondaga County Medicaid Department
08.2000 - 04.2006
- Determined financial and categorial eligibility for Medicaid Programs
- Reviewed information, conducted interviews, and obtained additional information as needed.
- Maintained caseload and verified information through contact with clients
- Researched and developed working knowledge of federal, state, local laws and other programs including workers compensation, social security benefits, UIB, and others
- Worked in specialized unit responsible for updating coverage
- Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision
Education
Associate of Science -
Onondaga Community College
Syracuse, NY1996
High School Diploma -
Solvay High School
Solvay, NY06.1994
Skills
Financial Fraud
Records Research
Partnering and relationships
Member of of NYWFIA (New York Welfare Fraud Investigator Association)
Assisted in Fair Hearings
Taught coworkers Medicaid and Daycare Overpayment Process
Ran Adjudicated Claims
Assisted Health Department with Covid 19 by contact tracing
Participated in Onondaga County Health Department Nuclear Disaster Drills
Legal knowledge
Timeline
Welfare Fraud Investigator
Onondaga County Department Of Social Services
03.2018 - 05.2023
Income Maintenance Specialist
Onondaga County Medicaid Department
03.2006 - 04.2018
Income Maintenance Worker
Onondaga County Medicaid Department
08.2000 - 04.2006
Associate of Science -
Onondaga Community College
High School Diploma -
Solvay High School
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