Eligibility Technician (Dual Case Maintenance – CMET), Orange County Social Services
Jan, 2024 - Present
Perform eligibility determination and ongoing case maintenance for Medi-Cal and CalFresh participants in accordance with state and federal regulations.
Conduct detailed client interviews to assess eligibility, verify documentation, and identify barriers to participation
Independently process annual redeterminations, recertifications, SAR7s, ICTs, appeals-related actions, and external referrals
Resolve complex eligibility issues using CalSAWS, MEDS, and CalHEERS, including MEDS holds, IEVS alerts, and SAVE discrepancies
Apply policy manuals, processing guides, worker tools, and job aids to ensure accurate benefit calculations and compliance
Manage high-volume caseloads, prioritize workload, and meet critical deadlines with minimal supervision
Selected for confidential and high-priority cases based on discretion, accuracy, and judgment
Recognized for exceeding performance objectives, earning a merit step increase and consistent commendations
Played a key role in the Skipped Issuance Project, resolving over 700 CalFresh cases within a 30-day period
Serve as a mentor and technical resource for peers, assisting with onboarding and complex case troubleshooting
Act as unit liaison regarding FSS/EES CalWORKs and General Relief cross-case processing