Regional SOAR Specialist

Integrated Services for Behavioral Health • Chillicothe, OH

11h • Hybrid

About The Position

Integrated Services for Behavioral Health (ISBH) is seeking a Regional SOAR Specialist to join their team in South Central Ohio. ISBH is a community-minded, forward-thinking behavioral health organization dedicated to helping individuals on their path to health and well-being by connecting them with necessary resources. They serve Southeastern and Central Ohio with a comprehensive range of behavioral health and other services, collaborating with local partners to foster healthy people and strong communities. All services are designed to be collaborative and personalized. The SOAR (SSI/SSDI Outreach, Access and Recovery) model assists individuals experiencing homelessness with serious mental illness, medical impairment, and/or substance use disorders in applying for SSI or SSDI benefits. The SOAR Specialist will conduct interviews with applicants to gather information for an expedited SSI/SSDI application process. This role is part of a team committed to ending homelessness in south central Ohio, working closely with clients, housing specialists, and case managers to enhance permanent housing stability through available resources. The position covers a 5-county region including Ross, Pickaway, Clinton, Highland, and Fayette Counties in Ohio, reporting to a supervisor in Ross County. Routine travel between counties is expected, but overnight travel is not required. The role demands organization, prioritization, meeting frequent deadlines, and meticulous attention to detail. The pay range is $19.00 to $22.26 per hour, based on relevant experience.

Requirements

• Licensed and able to operate a motor vehicle with appropriate level of insurance coverage.
• Able to effectively communicate through verbal/written expression.
• Must be able to operate in an Internet-based, automated office environment.
• Must obtain SOAR Ohio Certification within 6 months.
• Must maintain SOAR Certification each year, and attend all training as required.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in a related field, certification as a peer specialist, or minimum three years of directly relevant experience, preferred.
• Cursory knowledge of medical and psychiatric terminology and ability to communicate using same, preferred.
• Experience with individuals experiencing homelessness preferred.
• Demonstrated high degree of cultural awareness.

Responsibilities

• Completes interviews with applicants to gather information to facilitate an SSI/SSDI application.
• Gathers medical records and other information to support the application.
• Prepares Medical Summary Reports according to Program guidelines.
• Accompanies program participants to virtual and in-person Social Security Administration Appointments.
• Coordinates with medical doctors, psychiatrists, and other specialists to obtain evidence for the application.
• Coordinates and provides housing case management as necessary.
• Determines participant eligibility for SOAR services and benefits.
• Carries out utilization review and quality assurance activities as directed.
• Maintains necessary documentation, participates in program evaluation, attends team and program planning meetings, cross-systems training, and acquires knowledge of community resources.
• Meets billing productivity requirements established by Integrated Services for Behavioral Health.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Short-term Disability
• Long-term Disability
• 401K w/ Employer Match
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) provides support and resources to help you, and your family, with a range of issues, including: - Managing stress, anxiety and depression -Improving relationships at home or work -Getting guidance on legal and financial concerns -Coping with occupational stress and burnout support -Addressing substance use issue

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level