PATH SSVF Public Benefits Specialist

PATH (People Assisting the Homeless) • CA

136d • $23 - $28

About The Position

PATH is seeking candidates passionate about helping others make a positive change in their lives to join our SSVF Team as the Public Benefits Specialist at the RHC Office. As part of the SSVF Team, the Public Benefits Specialist provides targeted support for benefits advocacy to individuals currently or at risk of or experiencing homelessness. The position involves participating in street outreach activities, receiving and accepting benefits assistance referrals, providing strengths-based service coordination, and utilizing evidence-based practices in service delivery.

Requirements

• One (1) year of experience in healthcare, case management, homeless services or working with vulnerable populations or a related field.
• Analytical Skills and Attention to Detail: Gather and interpret data, identifying trends, patterns, and insights to inform decision-making.
• Collaboration and Teamwork: Work effectively with others, seeking out and building positive working relationships with colleagues, participants, and stakeholders.
• Communication: Convey information clearly and effectively (both verbally and in writing) to individuals and groups.
• Creativity and Initiative: Take action and make decisions without being prompted.
• Critical Thinking and Problem Solving: Analyze and evaluate information and situations.
• Ethics and Boundaries: Maintain ethical and professional standards.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field.
• Two (2) years of experience in healthcare, case management, homeless services or working with vulnerable populations.
• Lived experience demonstrating successful recovery with issues related to homelessness, mental health, and/or substance use challenges.

Responsibilities

• Participate in street outreach activities to develop relationships and build rapport in the interest of connecting clients to long-term services designed to help them obtain and maintain permanent housing and improve their overall well-being.
• Receive and accept benefits assistance referrals.
• Initiate and track the progress of referrals throughout the provision of services.
• Provide strengths-based service coordination services designed to assist clients with obtaining and maintaining mainstream benefits.
• Provide supportive services focused on enhancing clients’ ability to independently problem-solve, utilize effective coping skills, and manage and self-coordinate own care.
• Utilize evidence-based practices in service delivery, such as intensive case management and Motivational Interviewing.

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision coverage.
• Vacation and sick time.
• Paid holidays.
• Retirement plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees