Bilingual Benefit & Entitlement Caseworker (English/Spanish)

Grand St Settlement Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Grand Street Settlement Inc. seeks a Bi-lingual Benefit and Entitlement Caseworker (English & Spanish) in New York, NY. You will support clients seeking public benefits, help with applications and renewals, and provide case management and community resource connections.

Eligibility work requires 1–2 years in family support, strong communication, and proficiency with databases and case management software. Fluent English/Spanish is essential; the role partners with a broad network and reports to

Qualifications

• Associate degree required; BA preferred.
• 1–2 years of experience in community or family support case management.
• Familiarity with public benefits and entitlement programs.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent listening, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
• Demonstrated empathy and interpersonal skills to build positive client relationships.
• Strong computer proficiency, including databases and case management software.
• Bilingual fluency in English and Spanish required.

Responsibilities

• Manage assigned contractual caseload and meet monthly deliverables for the NDA Healthy Families contract.
• Maintain accurate client records in required tracking systems.
• Provide ongoing client support through comprehensive assessments, benefit screenings, service planning, implementation, evaluation, and follow-up.
• Input client information and referrals into appropriate database systems.
• Educate clients on rights and responsibilities related to benefits and entitlements.
• Maintain accurate case notes, client records, and program documentation.
• Collaborate with internal staff, community partners, and government agencies to resolve client issues.
• Monitor client progress, follow up on applications, and provide advocacy when delays or denials occur.
• Provide referrals to housing, legal assistance, and workforce development programs.
• Participate in staff meetings, training, and professional development.
• Uphold confidentiality and professional standards.
• Meet program deliverables and targets, including providing benefit assistance connections annually.
• Serve as liaison with service provider partners (legal, financial, and tax services).
• Conduct outreach including presentations, Zoom information sessions, tabling events, food pantry outreach, and community engagement events.
• Utilize internal and external resources to support clients and achieve program goals.
• Provide assistance with activities and special projects as assigned.

Skills

Bilingual EN/ES

Case management

Public benefits knowledge

Strong communication

Microsoft Office

Multitasking

Empathy

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Databases

Case management software

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)

Job description

Grand Street Settlement Inc. seeks a Bi-lingual Benefit and Entitlement Caseworker (English & Spanish) in New York, NY. You will support clients seeking public benefits, help with applications and renewals, and provide case management and community resource connections.

Eligibility work requires 1–2 years in family support, strong communication, and proficiency with databases and case management software. Fluent English/Spanish is essential; the role partners with a broad network and reports to