The Entitlements Specialist is responsible for assisting Services for the Underserved consumers with entitlements and ensures that consumer’s benefits are maintained for eligibility. This individual will also assist consumers through the eligibility process for the appropriate benefits. This position has a salary of minimum $40,000 and maximum $45,000
Responsibilities:
Review entitlements for perspective individualsComplete entitlements assessment to determine all benefit individuals is eligibleAssist individual in obtain replacement social security cards and/or birth certificateAssist individual with initial SNA-Public Assistance (Immediate Needs Grant), SSI, SSDI, VA, Food Stamp (expedited and restaurant allowance), Medicaid application(s)Assist individual with applying for furniture allowance upon housing placementAssist individual with submission of SSI redetermination, food stamp recertification, Medicaid renewal, , SSDI continuing disability review, and Public Assistance face-to-face in a timely mannerEscort individual to various government and city agencies ( Social Security Administration, HRA-Public Assistance, Medicaid and food stamp offices)Work with program and Finance on potential entitlements issues with individualKeep active updated record of individual entitlementsAssist and follow-up on consumers correspondence receive from various city and government agencies via phone, mail and/or faxKeep and maintain an active entitlement fileMaintain entitlement’s module in AWARDS data baseProcess appeals, advocate and pursues legal channels to obtain funding for consumers who have been denied entitlementsRepresent individual and agency at consumer administrative hearingsKeep abreast of public policy issues and new developments in the field an communicate the same to managementAttend information trainings and seminars to remain current on trends and entitlements system changesRegularly required to travel to sites in and outside the organizationConduct training with individuals and staff on regulations and laws pertaining to benefits.
Benefits Overview: We offer attractive compensation with comprehensive benefits including: Medical/Dental/Prescription/Vision/Life Insurance;403(b); Credit Union; FSAs; Short-and-Long-Term Disability; Transportation Plan; Generous Paid Vacations and Holidays
Qualifications Associate/BA Degree preferredExperience working in the Homeless Shelter system/Human Service FieldMinimum 2 years of experience in HRA Public Assistance, Food Stamp, Medicaid, managed care plans, Supplemental Social Income (SSI), Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) application process and regulationsDemonstrated experience in effective communication, proficient computer skills, organization and multitasking.
Effective August 30, 2021, unless granted a reasonable accommodation for disability, all new hires must show proof of vaccination against the COVID-19 virus. If hired for one of our city sponsored programs, this requirement must be met by your date of hire.
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