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Support Specialist, Family Resources

Illinois Action for Children

Support Specialist, Family Resources Chicago, IL, US 30+ days ago Requisition ID: 1094

JOB SUMMARY

Under the direction of the Family Resources Supervisor, the Family Resources Support Specialist is responsible for all support functions that are required to maintain and track all paperwork required of the Family Resource teams that administer the IDHS Child Care Assistance Program. All work to be completed with minimum supervision and in accordance with organizational standards. This incumbent will be expected to promote and adhere to the workplace core capabilities of: accountability, customer focus, continuous quality improvement (CQI), communication, competent people and clear priorities. All work to be completed in accordance with organizational standards.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Create, maintain, and retrieve alphabetical case files, which includes but not limited to filing of all parent/provider required paperwork, data entering and/or scanning client information into computer filing system and upkeep of file storage areas. Approve and enter all IDHS childcare certificates in the Child Care Tracking System while maintaining all applicable department databases; identify discrepancies and payment issues in accordance with the IDHS Procedure Manual. Maintain records/databases pertaining to W9/CANTS/IVR forms and run reports as needed; ensure appropriate actions are taken with providers who do/do not meet qualifications set by IDHS. Process weekly IDHS and internal reports; Responsible for all quality control measures to ensure file compliance. Maintain and adhere to all Illinois Action for Children and IDHS policies and procedures in regards to file maintenance and required timelines. Assist with quarterly Springfield shipment projects. Ensure confidentiality of parent and provider information received and managed by Illinois Action for Children. Execute our workplace core capabilities of: accountability, customer focus, continuous quality improvement (CQI), communication, competent people and clear priorities. Other Functions: The organization may assign other functions to the job at its discretion.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and two to three months related experience and/or training.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Ability to multi-task Detail-orientated Team-oriented Benefits of Working at IAFC Health, dental, and vision insurance plans with a company contribution of 95% for single coverage 401k with company match Generous PTO – first year-23 days, the second year-28 days, the third year and on - 35 days 11 Paid Holidays and 1 Floating Holiday Tuition Reimbursement Flexible Spending Account STD & LTD insurance Company-paid Life Insurance Location: Chatham IL, 1111 E. 87th Street Illinois Action for Children is EEO/M/F/V/D employer While we desire for this job posting to be comprehensive, all aspects of the position may be amended at any time at the discretion of IAFC including job duties, work location and/or work schedule. #J-18808-Ljbffr Illinois Action for Children

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