Eligibility Review Specialists (ERS) are subject matter experts in Housing Stabilization Services, accurately interpreting and applying policy to different eligibility requests.
Review eligibility requests promptly.
Process eligibility requests in a detail-oriented manner.
Provide excellent customer service to internal and external stakeholders, including people served and providers.
Seek policy clarification where there is an area of concern.
Proactively forward technology issues related to the eligibility review system to dhs.edocs.helpdesk@state.mn.us.
State Program Administrator
Minnesota Department of Human Services
St. Paul, MN
04.2014 - 02.2022
Serve as a program administrator in the Benefit Recovery, Ombudsman & Appeals (BOA) department at the Minnesota Department of Human Services.
Respond to requests for health care appeals that have been formally appealed.
Clarify health care policy to applicants and the public.
Determine whether the agency properly executed the delivery of health care programs as cited in State and Federal statutes, rules, and policies.
Research and resolve enrollees' issues.
Work closely with local county representatives and Community Organizations in figuring out clients’ eligibility for the agency’s programs.
Proficient in processing applications and adhering to proven protocols, ensuring accuracy and compliance in her work.
Comprehensive Knowledge eligibility systems, such as (MAXIS, METS and MMIS).
Used effective business writing to represent the Agency at appeal hearings, which has translated well into a positive outcome that benefits the Agency and clients.
Demonstrates an understanding of cultural competence by interacting with respect and sensitivity toward individuals from various backgrounds.
Consistently meets the expectations for request processing, delivering results that align with program standards.
Efficiency and attention to detail have contributed to the prompt completion of her assigned tasks.
Education
Master of Science - Master of Public Administration
Hamline University
Saint Paul, MN
Bachelor of Arts - Social Science
Metropolitan State University
Saint Paul, MN
Timeline
Housing Stabilization Eligibility Specialist
DHS Housing and Support Services Division
02.2022 - Current
State Program Administrator
Minnesota Department of Human Services
04.2014 - 02.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Social Science
Metropolitan State University
Master of Science - Master of Public Administration
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