Income Maintenance Specialist – Foster Care, Title IV-E Eligibility

City of Scottsbluff, Nebraska - Government

. Review case information and determine eligibility for Title IV-E and state-funded programs .

Posted 9/18/2026full-timeGrand Island • Nebraska • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $21 - $21 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in eligibility determination and case management within human services, with a strong focus on compliance with federal and state regulations. Proficient in documenting case activities and managing multiple cases effectively while ensuring confidentiality and accuracy.

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Eligibility DeterminationCase ManagementKnowledge of Federal and State LawsDocumenting Case ActivityCommunication with Team Members

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Hard Skills

Eligibility Determination PrinciplesCase DocumentationAnalyzing Case InformationApplying Policy and Eligibility CriteriaOrganizing and Prioritizing CaseloadPerforming CalculationsNavigating Information SystemsEstablishing Payment AuthorizationsIdentifying InconsistenciesManaging Multiple Cases

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationCollaborationAdaptabilityIndependenceProblem-Solving

Certifications & Qualifications

Valid Driver’s License

Industry Keywords

Human ServicesChild WelfarePublic Assistance ProgramsTitle IV-EConfidentiality RequirementsPolicy and RegulationsCase ManagementEligibility CriteriaFoster CareAdoption

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Review case information and determine eligibility for Title IV-E and state-funded programs
Set up and maintain payment authorizations for foster care, adoption, and guardianship cases
Review legal and case documentation to support eligibility decisions
Document case activity clearly and accurately
Use multiple systems to track and manage case information
Work with team members and partners to resolve questions or issues
Manage a caseload with a focus on accuracy and timeliness
Identify and address issues that could impact eligibility or payments
Help ensure children in out-of-home care have access to needed supports
Support funding for child welfare programs and contribute to consistency and stability for Nebraska families

Requirements

What you’ll need

24 semester hours of post-high-school education in behavioral sciences, public/business administration, social sciences, education, or a closely related field OR experience in customer service, determining eligibility for public assistance, examining/processing financial loan applications, medical or unemployment insurance or rehabilitation claims, or unemployment services OR a combination of education and experience in these areas
Degree in Human Services or a related field preferred
Experience in eligibility, case management, or public assistance programs preferred
Experience working with policy or regulations preferred
Background in human services or child welfare preferred
Valid driver’s license required
Knowledge of eligibility determination principles and practices
Knowledge of confidentiality requirements and case documentation
Knowledge of federal and state laws, regulations, policies, and procedures governing human services programs
Skill reviewing and analyzing detailed case, legal, and financial information
Skill applying policy and eligibility criteria to individual circumstances
Skill identifying inconsistencies or missing information
Skill documenting decisions clearly and accurately
Skill organizing and prioritizing a caseload
Skill performing calculations and navigating multiple information systems
Ability to learn and apply complex Title IV-E and state-funded program requirements
Ability to review court orders and legal and case documentation
Ability to make accurate and consistent eligibility determinations
Ability to establish and maintain payment authorizations
Ability to manage multiple cases while meeting deadlines
Ability to recognize issues affecting eligibility, payments, or federal funding
Ability to communicate effectively with team members and program partners
Ability to work independently and collaboratively
Ability to adapt to policy, procedure, and system changes
Ability to protect confidential information

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities
Benefits eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status