Benefits Specialist: Aid Patients with SSA Benefits

AltaPointe Health Systems; Fairhope (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

AltaPointe Health Systems in Alabama seeks a dedicated case management professional to help patients access benefits, complete applications for Social Security, and coordinate linked services. The role emphasizes SUN-R assessments and strong advocacy, with on-site responsibilities and opportunities at multiple levels.

You'll document thoroughly in Avatar, track progress, maintain privacy, and collaborate with treatment teams to support adults with psychiatric needs in a compassionate, organized

Qualifications

• Knowledge of psychiatric disorders in adults.
• Ability to stay organized and multi-task with multiple consumers.
• Understanding of social security processes and SOAR system.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients' financial resources to determine benefits eligibility.
• Assist patients in completing applications for benefits.
• Advocate with SSA on behalf of patients.
• Document in Avatar and maintain SUN-R assessments.
• Link patients to community resources and coordinate services.

Skills

SUN-R knowledge

Case management

Crisis intervention

Communication skills

Advocacy

Resource linkage

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Avatar EHR

Job description

AltaPointe Health Systems in Alabama seeks a dedicated case management professional to help patients access benefits, complete applications for Social Security, and coordinate linked services. The role emphasizes SUN-R assessments and strong advocacy, with on-site responsibilities and opportunities at multiple levels.

You'll document thoroughly in Avatar, track progress, maintain privacy, and collaborate with treatment teams to support adults with psychiatric needs in a compassionate, organized