SSI Eligibility Specialist

Public Consulting Group•US WI Remote, WI

27d•$47,700 - $55,000•Onsite

About The Position

Public Consulting Group, LLC. is currently seeking a Supplemental Security Income (SSI) Eligibility Specialist. This position will be part of the team responsible for PCG’s federal revenue management for the Wisconsin Department of Children & Families (DCF), the agency that manages foster care and other child welfare activities in Wisconsin. SSI is a federal, needs-based program administered by the Social Security Administration (SSA) that provides monthly financial assistance to children with significant physical or mental disabilities whose families have limited income and resources. An ideal candidate will be a team player with excellent attention to detail and organizational skills who is interested in supporting the work of state government and/or human service organizations.

Requirements

Ability to understand and interpret federal and state laws and regulations.
Excellent communication and client-facing skills.
Ability to work independently and within a team.
Ability to prioritize responsibilities.
Ability to effectively use Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.

Responsibilities

Conduct electronic systems eligibly review for youth entering care and annually thereafter.
Work with case workers and/or a child’s placement to collect supporting documentation, obtain required signatures and to complete an age-appropriate Social Security Administration (SSA) Function Report.
Collect and store application information and documentation in PCG’s custom case management system.
Compete and file well supported SSI, RSDI, Continuing Disability Reviews (CDR), 18-Year-Old conversion and Disabled Adult Claim (DAC) applications.
Manage applications pending at the SSA by providing timely responses to SSA notices, facilitating attendance of Consultative Exams, and regular submission of new evidence.
Conduct denial analysis and file appeals as necessary.
Completion of Income redeterminations.
Respond to and process case worker referrals.
Complete Change of Payees for youth entering foster care.
Assist with the Change of Payee process for youth existing foster care.
Manage a positive and productive weekly dialog with SSA.
Participate in state and federal audit inquiries.
Provide detailed and summary reports.
Conduct virtual and in person case worker trainings.
Maintain positive working relationship with the client and colleagues.
Foster information sharing and open discussion among colleagues.
Travel within Wisconsin, as needed.