Skilled [Type] Specialist focused on maximizing [Description] success through effective use of [Skill], [Skill] and [Skill] abilities. Top-notch communicator with excellent time management, administrative and customer service skills. Resourceful Specialist offering expertise in problem-solving, data analysis and customer service. Adept at quickly learning new technologies and processes for driving success. Proven track record of successfully managing multiple projects and developing innovative solutions. Collaborative individual with expertise in providing exemplary service regarding benefits support. Multitasking Benefits Specialist knowledgeable in state and federal regulations and maintaining employee confidentiality.
· Supervised Eligibility Specialist and clerical staff responsible for the interviewing, reviewing and verifying the processing of eligibility of determination. · Assign work to Eligibility and Clerical staff and assure that cases are processed in a timely matter · Prepare weekly reports to monitor errors from eligibility staff and sign-off on cases processed by eligibility staff
· Responsible for making sure statistical data entries are complete, current and accurate · Prepared required reports by compiling and reconciling information · Maintained liaison with multiple programs, shelters and landlords. · Process checks for newly housed clients and their families
· Interviewed clients through Tele communication to assist them in the completion of application and declaration forms upon which eligibility decisions are based. · Interpreted and explained regulations, rules, and policies to clients; apprises clients of their rights, responsibilities and eligibility for program participation. · Assisted client with household budget based on SNAP assistance; computed amount of benefits authorized and performed other required calculations based on established procedures. · Resolve erroneous payment cases related to the issuance of benefits and recoupments. · Analyzed changes in financial, employment, family, and personal information to determine and authorize continuing eligibility for SNAP program. · Organized case load and took required action with specific time limits established by internal agency regulation and state and local policy. · Identified suspected fraud and makes referrals to investigation