LENOIR COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES RECRUITMENT ANNOUNCEMENT PROCESSING ASSISTANT IV-MEDICAID TRANSPORTATION COORDINATOR GRADE: 59 DATE: October 28, 2013 SALARY RANGE: $21,230-$37,462 POSITION NO: 5310-04-107 DESCRIPTION OF WORK: The primary purpose of this position is to coordinate and arrange transportation services for recipients of Medicaid. This position will interview the client to obtain necessary information, conduct computer searches to verify Medicaid, complete assessment of client's transportation needs, arrange transportation, issue a voucher authorizing transportation, schedule Transit transportation using an automated system, complete a notice for the client, and document the case record. This position will set up and maintain the Medicaid transportation case files and respond appropriately to customer and provider requests for transportation assistance. This position is responsible for ensuring that the agency's transportation policies are followed. This position will also type letters, forms and reports. KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: The ability to adjust to sudden changes in work duties and procedures, be flexible, able to handle interruptions efficiently and effectively, able to work well under pressure and while meeting daily, weekly, and monthly deadlines. Ability to effectively comprehend and communicate verbally and in writing, to maintain confidentiality, to maintain accurate and systematic records, to set priorities, and to accurately proofread completed work. The ability to handle the clientele and high volume of telephone calls. Must have good typing skills, a thorough knowledge of Word, Excel, Internet, E-mail, good calculator skills, and a pleasant phone voice. MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: A high school diploma and two years of clerical experience or an equivalent combination of training and experience. APPLICATION PROCESS: County employees who wish to make a change in employment to this position should make application to April Martin, Lenoir County Human Resources Department, PO Box 3289, Kinston, NC 28502. All outside applicants must make application with and be referred by the Division of Employment Security (DES). State application, PD-107 is required. Incomplete or unsigned applications will not be processed. This agency utilizes the structured interview process. ***Portfolio from Job Link Center preferred, which includes the following: (PD107, typing test, CRC or Keytrain Preassessment scores and resume.) Contact Job Link Center in Greene, Jones or Lenoir County for additional information. Submit the above noted items along with a DES referral to April Martin, Lenoir County Human Resources Department, PO Box 3289, Kinston, NC 28502. Incomplete or unsigned applications will not be processed. CLOSING DATE: November 8, 2013 AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER