Benefits Counselor (FULL TIME & FULLY REMOTE)

Full Circle Employment Solutions LLC; United States; Remote; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Full Circle Employment Solutions LLC is hiring for a remote position focused on assisting Social Security beneficiaries with employment goals, benefits discussions, and wage reporting. Training is provided, with preference for those experienced in case management or working with individuals with disabilities.

The role involves detailed documentation, ongoing beneficiary support, and privacy compliance. Starting salary is $42,000 per year, with remote work across the United States.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a human service field or equivalent experience.
• At least 2 years of experience working with individuals with disabilities or similar populations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 and general computer skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and obtain Social Security Suitability clearance.
• Clear communication skills, both oral and written, with beneficiaries and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Speak with individuals to discuss benefits, employment goals, and the effects of employment income on benefits.
• Verify benefits and maintain release forms; assist with finding employment.
• Maintain and document case files in electronic systems; provide ongoing support as earned income increases.
• Guide beneficiaries on how to report wages to Social Security and manage paystubs.

Skills

Bachelor's degree in human services

Experience with individuals with disab

Education

Bachelor's degree in a human service field

Tools

Microsoft Office 365

Job description

Are you someone who enjoys helping others? Are you looking for a change in careers? Do you like having a variety of different tasks daily? We are seeking individuals who can problem solve, research and produce technical reports. All training requirements are provided on the job in a supportive environment. While preference is given to individuals that have experience in case management and/or working with individuals with disabilities, we are looking for candidates with transferable skills who enjoy learning. If this position interests you, we encourage you to apply!

About Full Circle Employment Solutions LLC

We are a woman-owned business based in Maryland with employees located across the country. We provide most of our services virtually or through our partners. We work with Social Security beneficiaries, families, service providers, businesses, local and state governments across the country. Our main goal is to provide Social Security Beneficiaries with the knowledge and tools they need to help them on their path to financial independence and to reduce or eliminate their reliance on public benefits.

Description

Candidates must be extremely detail orientated, self-motivated and have excellent computer skills. These are remote positions that will provide services in different areas of the country. We do not offer health insurance or hire anyone whose permanent residence is in California or Washington.

JOB DUTIES SUMMARY :Full Circle Employment Solutions is an Employment Network under Social Security’s Ticket to Work Program. We work with individuals receiving Social Security benefits (SSI and/or SSDI). The primary job duties of this position are speaking with individuals and discussing the benefits they are receiving, their employment goals and the effects of employment income on all public and/or private benefits they receive. Other responsibilities include verifying benefits and maintaining release forms, assistance with finding employment, quarterly or monthly contact with individuals to check-in, maintaining proper information and documentation of case files in electronic files, case notes, and/or database, offer on-going support as individuals increase their earned income and reduce their dependency on benefits, guidance on how to properly report wages to Social Security and collecting paystubs. For the full job description, please visit our website:https://fullcircledc.com/hiring

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE :The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree in a human service field and/or 2 years of experience working with individuals with disabilities. You must demonstrate computer proficiency including Microsoft Office 365 programs. You must be able to maintain confidentiality and obtain a Social Security Suitability clearance. You must be able to complete and pass the VCU Initial CWIC training (https://vcu-ntdc.org/training/initial/initial.cfm). Must be able to effectively communicate in oral and written communication to beneficiaries, internal staff, external stakeholders, and providers.

Starting salary for this position is $42,000.

Salary

$42,000 - $42,000 per year