About the role

  • Benefits Specialist assisting adults experiencing mental health and substance use disorders. Collaborating with community partners and managing SSI/SSDI applications in Cincinnati, OH.

Responsibilities

  • Work with referral sources and community partners to identify applicants through case conferences, outreach and referrals.
  • Complete clinically appropriate interviews with individuals and collateral persons/agencies to complete SSI/SSDI applications, including a detailed Medical Summary Report.
  • Create and maintain relationships with local medical and mental health providers to assist with gathering of medical records.
  • Coordinate with the local Social Security SOAR liaison to ensure complete and timely applications.
  • Maintain complete and accurate records and timely data tracking through the Homeless Management Information System (HMIS), SAMHSA’s Online Application Tracking (OAT) system and paper files.
  • Ensure program specific paperwork is accurately and thoroughly completed.
  • Conduct outreach and educational training to staff regarding SOAR.
  • Liaison with community partners to assist with clients obtaining and retaining SSA/JFS benefits.
  • Assist GCB JFS benefit specialist as needed

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in a Human Services field or High School diploma and a minimum of three years' experience in Behavioral Health or Human Services related field.
  • Work experience and knowledge of benefits.

Benefits

  • Paid Time Off and Sick Time
  • Flexible work schedules
  • Public Student Loan Forgiveness
  • Comprehensive health insurance
  • 403(b) Retirement with Match
  • Tuition Benefits ($1,250 per semester for BSW or $2,500 per semester or quarter for MSW or MA-Counseling)
  • Internship and Practicum opportunities for MSW and MA-Counseling students
  • Professional Development Opportunities and no cost to you CEU’s

Job title

Benefits Specialist

Job type

Experience level

Mid levelSenior

Salary

Not specified

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

Location requirements

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