Benefits Specialist: Flexible, Full-Time Client Support

Betty Hardwick Center; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 19,382 - 21,049; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits are available

Job summary

Betty Hardwick Center in Abilene, TX is seeking a Consumer Benefits Specialist to join our full-time clerical team. You will help consumers apply for SSI, SSDI, QMB, SLMB, and Medicaid, interview and document case data, and coordinate with Social Security and DDS.

The role requires a high school diploma and six months of experience; some college is welcome, and a four-year degree is preferred. You will use word processing and spreadsheets, travel periodically, and work under minimal supervision

Qualifications

• High school diploma and six months in consumer benefits.
• Some college may substitute; a four-year degree is preferred.
• Extensive experience with consumers and center procedures acceptable in lieu of education.
• Proficiency with word processing and spreadsheets.
• Texas driver’s license; insurable and able to drive.

Responsibilities

• Assist consumers in applying for SSI/SSDI/QMB/SLMB/Medicaid and related programs.
• Interview, verify, and document case data; file timely appeals when required.
• Provide information to internal/external entities and act as consumer representative.
• Coordinate with Social Security Administration and DDS; travel as needed.

Skills

Word processing

Spreadsheets

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma

Some college

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Copiers

Fax machines

Scanners

Job description

Betty Hardwick Center in Abilene, TX is seeking a Consumer Benefits Specialist to join our full-time clerical team. You will help consumers apply for SSI, SSDI, QMB, SLMB, and Medicaid, interview and document case data, and coordinate with Social Security and DDS.

The role requires a high school diploma and six months of experience; some college is welcome, and a four-year degree is preferred. You will use word processing and spreadsheets, travel periodically, and work under minimal supervision