SOAR Benefits Specialist

South County Mental Health Center • Delray Beach, FL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The SOAR Benefits Specialist assists individuals with serious mental illness and other vulnerabilities in applying for federal disability benefits using the SSI/SSDI Outreach, Access, and Recovery (SOAR) model. This role is client-focused and combines direct service, advocacy, and detailed documentation to help clients successfully navigate the disability benefits process.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in human services
• One or more years’ experience in mental health field
• SOAR certified
• Valid driver’s license and ability to be insured

Nice To Haves

• Two (2) years of experience in the mental health field
• Familiarity with federal and state public benefits programs and/or SOAR is a plus

Responsibilities

• Engage individuals in need of services and identify potential SOAR candidates
• Complete SSI/SSDI applications through in-depth client interviews and documentation
• Gather and organize medical records and supporting evidence for applications
• Write comprehensive SOAR Medical Summary Reports
• Accompany clients to Social Security Administration (SSA) appointments as needed
• Maintain communication with SSA regarding application status
• Coordinate with medical providers, psychiatrists, and specialists to obtain required documentation
• Refer and connect clients to community resources including housing, mental health, substance use, primary care, and transportation services
• Maintain accurate and timely case records, progress notes, referrals, and assessments
• Participate in required training, certifications, and weekly team meetings
• Perform other duties as assigned to support program operations

Benefits

• paid time off
• health, dental, and vision insurance
• life and long-term disability coverage
• additional voluntary benefits
• 401(k) with company match

What This Job Offers

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