Benefit Program Specialist - SRO/PBSO

Missouri Department of Mental Health – Division of Developmental Disabilities

Sikeston Regional Office/Poplar Bluff Satellite Office

Benefit Program Specialist

Salary $34,666.11 per year / $1,444.42 per pay period

Location

This position can be domiciled in either Sikeston or Poplar Bluff MO. This position is eligible for hybrid work after two performance meetings with supervisor.

Why you’ll love this position

The Missouri Department of Mental Health is dedicated to the prevention, treatment, and public understanding of mental illness and developmental disabilities. By joining out team YOU can make a difference in the lives of those impacted by a mental illness or developmental disability so they can have the opportunity to pursue their dreams, live their lives to the fullest, and be a valued member of their communities,

Role Description

This position completes Medicaid reinvestigation forms for placement consumers as well as figures wage assessments for individuals, processes Standard Means Tests/Notice of Cost, applies for benefits for individuals as needed/requested and works closely with Social Security Administration.

Typical Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree and 0-2 years of relevant experience. (Substitutions may be allowed.)

Expectations

• Communicates with parents or guardians and oversees completion of Standard Means on an annual basis or more often as appropriate and in accordance with DMH Reimbursement Manual for active consumers.
• Calculate and apply the Standard Means Test in accordance with Missouri Law (9 CSR 10-31.0111). Complete and send Notice of Cost within 30 days of receipt of a completed financial questionnaire. A completed financial questionnaire is completed annually.
• Verify parent information through Employment Security file and client information thorough the workshop report, etc on an as needed basis only. Follow up on financial questionnaires not returned. Maintain log of information.
• Serve as liaison with the Social Security Administration, etc. Apply for benefits for all placement consumers.
• Complete annual re-determinations of SSI, SSA, VA, and Medicaid.
• Calculate average monthly wage and apply Standard Means Test and give notice of changes to Accounting Clerks for CIMOR SCL statements as needed.
• Maintain a current and up-to-date database of all active clients. Delete clients when discharged. Maintain by name, client number social security number, birth date, admission date and all other pertinent financial information.
• Give notice to proper personnel of under or overpayment when necessary. Review client funds to ensure the clients eligibility of benefits.
• Process decedent accounts and estates within a timely manner and according to guidelines.
• Conduct Staff trainings as requested.
• Attend staff meetings and trainings as needed.
• Attend and pass annual refresher classes provided through MELS and/or MO Learning.
• Department performance expectations have been outline in the revised 2018 Employee Handbook.
• Other duties as assigned.

The deadline to apply to this position is September 5, 2022.

If you have any questions about the posting, please email Danielle.Johnson@dmh.mo.gov or call 573-472-6577.

The State of Missouri is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.