Benefits Specialist
About The Position
GCBHS is hiring a Benefits Specialist to serve adults experiencing mental health and substance use disorders. The role works with referral sources, community partners, medical and mental health providers, and the local Social Security SOAR liaison to help clients apply for and retain Social Security and other benefits. The specialist completes clinically appropriate interviews and SSI/SSDI applications, including detailed Medical Summary Reports, and maintains accurate program records and application tracking. The position also includes outreach and education about SOAR for staff and support for the GCB JFS benefit specialist as needed.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in a Human Services field, or a high school diploma and at least three years of experience in a Behavioral Health or Human Services-related field.
- Work experience and knowledge of benefits.
Responsibilities
- Work with referral sources and community partners to identify applicants through case conferences, outreach, and referrals.
- Conduct clinically appropriate interviews with individuals and collateral persons or agencies to complete SSI/SSDI applications, including detailed Medical Summary Reports.
- Build and maintain relationships with local medical and mental health providers to help gather medical records.
- Coordinate with the local Social Security SOAR liaison to ensure applications are complete and timely.
- Maintain complete and accurate records and timely data tracking in HMIS, SAMHSA’s Online Application Tracking (OAT) system, and paper files.
- Ensure program-specific paperwork is accurately and thoroughly completed.
- Conduct outreach and provide educational training to staff regarding SOAR.
- Liaise with community partners to help clients obtain and retain SSA/JFS benefits.
- Assist the GCB JFS benefit specialist as needed.
Benefits
- Paid time off and sick time
- Flexible work schedules
- Public Student Loan Forgiveness
- Comprehensive health insurance
- 403(b) retirement plan with match
- Tuition benefits ($1,250 per semester for BSW or $2,500 per semester or quarter for MSW or MA-Counseling)
- Professional development opportunities and no-cost CEUs
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Job Type
Full-time
