Program Specialist
Listed on 2026-10-14
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Government
Public Health, Human Services/ Social Work -
Healthcare
Public Health, Human Services/ Social Work
Benefit Program Specialist I in 25 - HINDS COUNTY, MS
State of Mississippi
$28,542.30 - $40,129.05 Annually
Location
25 - HINDS COUNTY, MS
Full-Time
Job Number
HDS
0665 - MEDICAID DIVISION
Opening Date
10/12/2026
10/19/2026 at 11:59 PM Central Time (US & Canada)
Agency Minimum Salary
$28,542.30
$40,129.05
About the AgencyThe Mississippi Division of Medicaid responsibly provides access to quality health coverage for vulnerable Mississippians. Medicaid provides health coverage for eligible, low-income populations in Mississippi. These populations include children, low-income families, pregnant women, the aged, and disabled.
This position is located with the MS Division of Medicaid in the Central Office Long Term Care Eligibility Unit. If you are recommended for hire or promotion, you will be required to submit proof of possession of the credentials (i.e., license, certificate, official transcripts) that you listed on your State of Mississippi Application. Division of Medicaid has the authority to verify that the information recorded on your application is true and correct.
The Benefit Program Specialist actively assists customers/beneficiaries throughout the process of applying for and ongoing coverage of Medicaid benefits. Specialists must gather, review, and investigate beneficiary information and determine if an approval for Medicaid is possible, based on Medicaid policies. Additional responsibilities include but are not limited to: accurately entering client data in the computer system; reading and comprehending the policy manual and obtaining a general working knowledge of Long Term Care Medicaid policies and programs;
keeping abreast of policy updates and changes; assisting clients with questions and concerns as they call into the office; assist with training of new office staff; must be deadline oriented and organized; and utilize reports for timely maintenance of assigned applications and caseloads.
Background in customer service. Strong attention to detail and the ability to prioritize work to meet assigned deadlines. Reading and comprehending Long-Term Care eligibility policies and procedures.
Preferred QualificationsTypically requires a Bachelor’s Degree and 0-2 years of experience OR an Associate's Degree and 2-3 years of experience.
Address 210 East Capitol Street
Suite 800
Jackson, Mississippi, 39201
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