Important Recruitment Information for this vacancy

• Job Posting closes: March 12, 2023
• Required documents uploaded by: March 12, 2023

Kansas Department of Health and Environment:

Our agency head is Secretary Janet Stanek, who was appointed by Governor Kelly in Dec 2021. We are made up of three divisions: Public Health, Environment, and Health Care Finance (which includes KanCare). We are the only agency in the nation to have these three entities under one roof. This allows us to take a holistic approach to the health and well-being of all Kansans.

http://www.kdhe.ks.gov/

About the Position

• Who can apply: Anyone (External)
• Classified/Unclassified Service: Unclassified
• Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time
• Regular/Temporary: Regular
• Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm (Flexible schedules available). Some Hybrid or Remote positions available, will be discussed at Interview.
• Eligible to Receive Benefits: Yes
• Veterans' Preference Eligible: Yes

Compensation: Hourly Pay: $16.57 with opportunity for advancement.

• Salary can vary depending upon education, experience, or qualifications.

• Eligibility Trainee: $16.57
• Eligibility Professional: $17.80
  • After successfully completing new hire training, and 6-month probation, and Eligibility Certification Program.
  • Also, applicants with 6-month prior experience processing Medicaid applications can be hired in at $17.80. Determination will be made by senior management.
• Eligibility Consultant: $19.65
  • With two years’ experience processing Medicaid applications you can apply as positions become available.

Employment Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, mental, dental, vision, and additional coverage
• Sick & Vacation leave
• Work-Life Balance programs: parental leave, military leave, jury leave, funeral leave
• Paid State Holidays (designated by the Governor annually)
• Fitness Centers in select locations
• Employee discounts with the STAR Program
• Retirement and deferred compensation programs

Visit the Employee Benefits page for more information…

Position Summary & Responsibilities – MULTIPLE OPENINGS

Position Summary: Kansas Department of Health and Environment within the Division of Health Care Finance has multiple Eligibility Trainee or Eligibility Professional openings in our Topeka office. These positions will analyze the initial applications and reviews (for Family Medical, Long Term Care, and Elderly and Disabled programs). They will obtain supporting documentation provided by the applicants to determine eligibility for federal and state medical assistance. Investigate the applicant circumstances through the use of available computer systems (databases, registries, and informational deposits) researching records provided by the applicant and their contacts to provide the information about the household income, resources, and expenses upon which the eligibility determination is made.

Entering household information and authorizing eligibility within the Kansas Economic and Enforcement System (KEES). Professionally complete determinations using State and Federal regulations to determine eligibility for medical benefits based on financial and non-financial criteria. Document the eligibility decision in the electronic case journal and send appropriate system-based and manual correspondence to customers and representatives explaining the results of the eligibility determination and information regarding appeal rights.

Job Responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following:

Eligibility Professionals are expected to be proficient in at least one area of eligibility and use their knowledge to review the implications of proposed federal and state agency eligibility policy and procedural decisions and provide input regarding the impact on applicants, staff, and the operation of medical programs. Use knowledge of State eligibility processes, policies, and procedures governing managed care enrollment to coordinate and provide feedback to policy makers and/or leadership on proposed changes or work processes, interpret guidelines or instructions, resolve conflicts on complex case situations or give guidance to agency and contract staff.

Attend training to develop and enhance current understanding of Kansas Medicaid eligibility programs. Through training and experience, begin to develop expertise in additional areas of determination categories. Provide mentoring/ training through job shadowing and assistance to locate policy resources for Trainee and Professional team peers.

Qualifications:

Eligibility Trainee

Education: High School Diploma or GED

Licensing & Certification: Valid Driver's License - Incumbent is required to have and maintain a valid driver's license when operating a state vehicle, a private vehicle, or a rental vehicle for the benefit of the State.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Residency requirement to reside in Kansas.
• Minimum Requirement to Transition to Eligibility Professional: Successfully complete 6-month probationary period and Eligibility Certification Program.

Eligibility Professional

Education: High School Diploma or GED

Licensing & Certification: Valid Driver's License - Incumbent is required to have and maintain a valid driver's license when operating a state vehicle, a private vehicle, or a rental vehicle for the benefit of the State.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Residency requirement to reside in Kansas.
• Six months experience determining Long-Term, Elderly and Disabled, or Family Medical eligibility. Education may be substituted for experience as determined relevant by the agency.

Eligibility Trainee or Eligibility Professional

Preferred Qualifications:

• Some post-secondary education.
• Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access.
• Proofreading, editing, attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate with different audiences.
• Ability to gather relevant information.
• Ability to manage large workloads.
• Experience interviewing, investigating, compiling, and documenting and interpreting guidelines within the eligibility determination system.

Recruiter Contact Information

• Name: Jessica Smith
• Email: Jessica.Smith@ks.gov
• Mailing Address: 1000 SW Jackson St. Suite 580 Topeka, KS 66612

Job Application Process

• First Sign in or register as a New User.
• Complete or update your contact information on the Careers> My Contact Information page. *This information is included on all your job applications.
• Upload required documents listed below for the Careers> My Job Applications page. *This information is included on all your job applications.
• Start your draft job application, upload other required documents, and Submit when it is complete.
  • Manage your draft and submitted applications on the Careers> My Job Applications page.
• Check your email and My Job Notifications for written communications from the Hiring Manager.
  • Email – sent to the Preferred email on the My Contact Information page
  • Notifications – view the Careers> My Job Notifications page

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Required Documents for this Application to be Complete

Upload these on the Careers - My Job Applications page

• Transcripts
• DD214 (if you are claiming Veteran’s Preference)

Upload these on the Attachments step in your Job Application

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Helpful Resources at jobs.ks.gov: “How, What, & Where do I Upload Documents”

How to Claim Veterans Preference

Veterans' Preference Eligible (VPE): Former military personnel or their spouse that have been verified as a "veteran"; under K.S.A. 73-201 will receive an interview if they meet the minimum competency factors of the position. The veterans' preference laws do not guarantee the veteran a job. Positions are filled with the best qualified candidate as determine by the hiring manager.

Learn more about claiming Veteran’s Preference

Equal Employment Opportunity

The State of Kansas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability, or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.

If you wish to identify yourself as a qualified person with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act and would like to request an accommodation, please address the request to the agency recruiter.