Eligibility Specialist

Job Description

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Job ID: 34559
Agency: Department of Human Services- Division of Developmental Disabilities
Location:Statewide within the state of South DakotaSalary: $29.57-$34.49 Hourly, depending on qualifications
Pay Grade: J
Closing Date: 1/27/26

This is a Full-Time 40 Hours Weekly position with the Department of Human Services - Division of Developmental Disabilities. For more information on the Department of Human Services, please visit https://dhs.sd.gov/en/division-developmental-disabilities .

About DHS:

The South Dakota Department of Human Services (DHS) encompasses a broad field dedicated to offering services that support older adults and individuals with disabilities. Our programs promote independence and inclusion through person-centered services. DHS comes together with the common goal of bettering the lives of South Dakotans.

DHS strives to create an environment where people are inspired and challenged to create excellence, grow their skills, discover advancement opportunities, and are rewarded for their contributions. Join our team as we focus on helping individuals overcome adversity and reach their full potential.

Our Benefits Include:

• 15 days/120 Hours of Vacation Leave
• 14 days/112 Hours of Sick Leave
• 11 Paid Holidays
• Employee health insurance includes plan with a $0 premium for employee-only coverage
• Flexible Benefits - Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Critical Illness and more
• Paid Parental & Family Medical Leave
• 6% Fully Matched Retirement Plan
• Reduced Tuition for In-State Colleges/Universities
• Employee Wellness Program
• Continued Education/Training Opportunities

Click to view additional benefits information: https://bhr.sd.gov/job-seekers/work-for-state-government/index.html

Job Summary:

If you are committed to helping people with intellectual and other developmental disabilities (ID/DD), this may be an opportunity for you. This position will allow you to make a difference and continue the growth and development of services supporting people to lead healthy, independent, and productive lives in communities throughout South Dakota.

The Eligibility Specialist works directly with individuals and/or families to provide an overview of the services and supports that are available through the Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD). The Eligibility Specialist's role is to gather information to help connect individuals and/or families with the services and supports that best meet their needs. Often the Eligibility Specialist is the first point of contact which requires active listening and compassion in all interactions. This position assists individuals and/or families with navigating the application and eligibility process. The Eligibility Specialist completes assessments and gathers the information that is needed to determination eligibility for DDD services. The Eligibility Specialist also works with community service providers for referrals and to provide education about services. The ideal candidate will have experience supporting individuals with ID/DD, knowledge of supports and services, and enjoys helping others to be successful.

At the Division of Developmental Disabilities, we support person centered planning, personal outcomes, strengthening family relationships and natural supports, community involvement including competitive employment, and access to quality services.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

Bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, public health, or other human service-related field.

Knowledge of:

• disability practices;
• person centered practices;
• services and supports for for children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities;
• people first language
• applicable federal and state laws, rules and regulations pertaining to intellectual/developmental disabilities.

Ability to:

• establish and maintain effective and collaborative working relationships and demonstrate compassion, respect, courtesy and tact when interacting with others;
• work efficiently with other staff and community organizations;
• communicate information effectively and accurately;
• interpret and implement state and federal rules and regulations pertaining to intellectual/developmental disabilities;
• gather and analyze data and make suggestions to improve policies and procedures;
• exercise sound judgement in the performance of assigned responsibilities;
• prepare clear and concise documentation, reports and correspondence;
• effectively plan and organize work activities, adjust to multiple demands and prioritize tasks to complete assignments and meet schedules and deadlines;
• assume initiative and direction with minimal supervision;
• adapt to change as services and process to best support individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities and/or their families continue to evolve.

Additional Requirements: To be considered, please attach your resume.

This position is eligible for Veterans' Preference per ARSD 55:10:02:08.

The State of South Dakota does not sponsor work visas for new or existing employees. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete an Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I-9. The State of South Dakota as an employer will be using E-Verify to complete employment eligibility verification upon hire.

The State of South Dakota offers $0 premium employee health insurance option plus eleven paid holidays, generous vacation and sick leave accrual, dental, vision, and other insurance options, and retirement benefits. You can view our benefits information here . This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS.

Must apply online: https://gen-stateofsouthdako-trn.inforcloudsuite.com/hcm/xmlhttp/shorturl.do?key=3BT
You must apply online, emailed resumes or submissions will not be accepted.
South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources
Telephone: 605.773.3148 Email: careers@state.sd.us
http://bhr.sd.gov/workforus
"An Equal Opportunity Employer"

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