Adoption Eligibility Specialist - Indianapolis, IN​/Onsite

Eligibility Specialist

Indianapolis, IN/Onsite 3-12+ Months

Works as professional staff within the Department of Child Services Central Eligibility Unit performing multiple adoption eligibility tasks.

• Reviewing and processing status reports, preparing NRAE packets, making copies as requested, managing electronic files, opening and appropriately distributing mail, and preparing adoption finalization packets.
• Reviews and prepares various files for completion such as adoption payment files.
• Answers inquiries from adoptive parents concerning case status.
• Completes activities while ensuring compliance with applicable federal and state policies and procedures.
• Determines Title IV-E (Foster Care and Adoption Assistance) program eligibility based upon defined federal and state regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Interprets and analyzes fiscal data and other information about children and families to enhance and maintain the Department's various federal and state funding recoveries.
• Interacts with Family Case Managers, supervisors, and Local Office Directors to request and clarify information when making determinations.
• Requires effective verbal and written communication skills.

The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time.