CPS FC Elig Spec II
Determines eligibility using application forms, required documents, collateral contacts, and data entry on appropriate automated system. The position interprets policies for staff, assumes additional tasks including training, special projects and reports, updated eligibility status in the states automated software program (IMPACT) and accesses TIERS system for information verification. The position interacts routinely with Child Protective Services (CPS) staff, program directors, state office program specialists, stakeholders and other agency staff throughout the United States.
This position will be trained for both Foster Care and Adoption Assistance Eligibility.

Essential Job Functions:
Initiates and tracks applications and renewals.
Handles all inquiries for foster home and adoption.

Performs eligibility determinations for children and updating case information including address changes and direct deposit.

Tuition Waiver Letters

Attorney Payments

Serves as member of the regional adoption subsidy committee.
Obtains information from adoptive parents and notifies them of adoption subsidy committee decision.
Extensively works in IMPACT and interacts regularly with State Office fiscal division for payment inquiry and resolution.

Initiating recoupment efforts when overpayments are made

Preparing Hearing Packets

Terminating agreements as appropriate

Verifying subsequent adoptions

Authorizing supplemental payments

Processing reimbursement of nonrecurring adoption expenses

Reviews and processes Interstate Compact on the Placement of Children (ICPC) documents for Medicaid eligibility on children in custody of another state who are placed for adoption in Texas.

Reviews and processes all non-recurring adoption expense applications for payments.

Verifies children for post adoption services.

Performs other duties as assigned and required to maintain unit operations, including maintaining files and all other duties assigned.

Promotes and demonstrates appropriate respect for cultural diversity among coworkers and all work-related contacts.

Attends work regularly in accordance with agency leave policy.

Knowledge Skills Abilities:

Knowledge of agency policies and procedures.

Knowledge of AFDC categorical requirements

Knowledge of laws and policies for Title IV-E requirements.

Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.

Skill in effective verbal and written communications.

Ability to identify problems and make recommendations to correct.

Ability to operate a personal computer.

Ability to multi-task duties.

Ability to work in a stressful environment and meet deadlines.

Other duties as assigned

Experience with IMPACT a plus, but not required

Registration or Licensure Requirements:
None

Initial Selection Criteria:

Graduation from high school or equivalent.

Two years full-time social service, human services work, eligibility determination, or

DFPS experience.
Acceptable Substitutions:

Sixty semester hours from an accredited college or university may be substituted for

required experience.
Prior experience with IMPACT.

Additional Information:
Requisition Number 567445



HHS agencies use E-Verify. You must bring your I-9 documentation with you on your first day
of work. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HHS agencies will provide
reasonable accommodation during the hiring and selection process for qualified individuals with
a disability.

If you need assistance completing the on-line application, contact the HHS Employee Service
Center at 1-888-894-4747. If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodation
participate in the interview process, please notify the person scheduling the interview.

MOS Code:
There are no direct military occupation(s) that relate to the responsibilities, and registration or licensure requirements for this position. All active duty, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans are encouraged to apply if they meet the qualifications for this position.

As a state agency, DFPS is required Texas Administrative Code (TAC 206 and 213) to ensure all Electronic Information Resources (EIR) follow accessibility standards. The staff must be familiar with the WCAG 2.1 AA and Section 508 to create accessible content including but not limited to; Microsoft Office documents, Adobe PDFs, webpages, software, training guides, video, and audio files.

HHS agencies use E-Verify. You must bring your I-9 documentation with you on your first day of work.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HHS agencies will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring and selection process for qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance completing the on-line application, contact the HHS Employee Service Center at 1-888-894-4747. If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodation to participate in the interview process, please notify the person scheduling the interview.