Benefits Enrollment & Outreach Specialist

Senior Solutions; Springfield (VT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Full benefits package

Job summary

Senior Solutions in Springfield, VT is seeking a Benefits Assistor/Enrollment Specialist to educate and enroll older adults and individuals with disabilities in public benefits such as Medicaid, VT Health Connect, and SNAP. The role involves outreach, travel to client homes and community locations within Windsor and Windham counties, and close collaboration with state agencies.

Starting pay ranges from $22.00 to $24.00 per hour, DOE, with a full benefits package and opportunities for

Qualifications

• Degree in social work or related field preferred; experience may substitute.
• Experience in case management or social services.
• Eligibility for DVHA Benefit Assistor certification.
• Strong written and verbal communication; ability to protect confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Obtain and maintain Benefit Assistor certification through DVHA (training paid).
• Educate, enroll, and navigate Medicaid and Vermont Health Connect for clients.
• Provide education, application assistance, and outreach for hunger-relief programs (SNAP, Farm to Family Coupons, Crop Cash).
• Meet with households in homes or community locations; travel within Windsor and Windham counties.
• Document accurately per Senior Solutions policies and grant requirements.

Skills

Case management

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organization

Travel willingness

Bilingual a plus

Education

Bachelor's degree in social work or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Database applications

Job description

Senior Solutions in Springfield, VT is seeking a Benefits Assistor/Enrollment Specialist to educate and enroll older adults and individuals with disabilities in public benefits such as Medicaid, VT Health Connect, and SNAP. The role involves outreach, travel to client homes and community locations within Windsor and Windham counties, and close collaboration with state agencies.

Starting pay ranges from $22.00 to $24.00 per hour, DOE, with a full benefits package and opportunities for