Eligibility Specialist I (CLTC)

Salary: $30,700.00 - $49,100.00 Annually
Location : Orangeburg County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 189096
Agency: Department of Health and Human Services
Division: LTC Outstations
Opening Date: 06/03/2026
Closing Date: 6/9/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Class Code:: GA43
Position Number:: 61096820
Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)
Pay Grade: GEN04
Opening Date: 06/03/2026
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: Failure to provide detailed and complete information may result in your application not being referred.
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.


Job Responsibilities
The Agency's mission is to be boldly innovative in improving the health and quality of life for South Caro linians.
This position is located in Community Long Term Care (CLTC), Orangeburg County.
This is an in-office role and not a telecommute or remote position.

Are you the One? We are looking for an Eligibility Specialist I (CLTC) who works under general supervision of the Area Administrator. Provides technical support and assists the nurse consultant staff by performing pre-admission screening functions for applicants and participants seeking assistance from various CLTC (Community Long Term Care) programs. Assists with administrative support for the members of the nurse consultant and social work staff, vendors, provider case managers, and others as needed including assisting other CLTC offices with essential job functions according to program needs. Maintains a working knowledge of all CLTC programs and related systems including Phoenix information system.

• Conducts referral processing activities.
• Performs paraprofessional duties.
• Promotes collaboration and effective communication.
• Provides cross coverage assistance.
• Processes Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) Pre-admission Screening Resident Review (PASRR).
• Performs emergency preparedness duties or activities as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

The South Carolina Department of Health and Human Services offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE and TGE positions that includes:

• Health, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Children
• 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
• 15 days sick leave per year
• 13 paid holidays
• State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs

Minimum and Additional Requirements


A high school diploma with clerical or paraprofessional experience.

Additional Requirements:

• Sitting or standing for long periods of time.
• Lifting requirements: 20 lbs.
• Occasional travel, in and out of town, required for meetings and training.
• In-office role.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Excellent data entry and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of data preparation for computer applications.
• Ability to exercise judgment and discretion in interpreting and applying office practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of HIPAA regulations.
• Knowledge of and ability to use personal computer.
• Must be able to perform web-based software functions (keying data, run reports, update documents, etc.)
• The ability to multi-task within time frames and prioritize tasks.
• Phoenix application and workflow experience.

Additional Comments


Please complete the State application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position. Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application for qualification purposes. All applicants must apply online. All correspondence from the Office of Human Resources will be through electronic mail.

The South Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, including, but not limited, to lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.
Benefits for State Employees
The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.


Insurance Benefits
Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.


Retirement Benefits
State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.


Workplace Benefits
State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.


Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.
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Do you wish to claim Veteran Preference? If yes, you must submit a copy of your DD214 Form with your job application in order to qualify and claim this preference.

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