Disability Benefits Advocate & Counselor

Portage County; Stevens Point (WI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation on day one

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid holidays

Life insurance

Job summary

Portage County ADRC is seeking a full-time Disability Benefits Specialist to provide information and advocacy for seniors and adults with disabilities. You will help applicants access Medical Assistance, SSI, Social Security, Food Share, and related programs, and maintain confidential records across state and local agencies.

Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree in health or human services and at least one year of relevant experience, plus a valid driver’s license for travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in health or human services and at least one year working with adults with disabilities or mental illness.
• Experience with Social Security, Medicare, Medical Assistance, SSI or as paralegal helpful.
• Possession of a valid driver's license and access to an insured vehicle for work travel.

Responsibilities

• Provide accurate information on benefit programs and assist applicants in accessing them.
• Counsel and advocate for disability benefits and prepare/ file appeals.
• Maintain confidential files and coordinate with agencies and program attorneys.
• Develop outreach to rural areas and conduct home visits when needed.
• Complete all reporting requirements to the State of Wisconsin and Disability Rights Wisconsin.

Skills

Driver's license

Public benefits knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in health or human services

Job description

Portage County ADRC is seeking a full-time Disability Benefits Specialist to provide information and advocacy for seniors and adults with disabilities. You will help applicants access Medical Assistance, SSI, Social Security, Food Share, and related programs, and maintain confidential records across state and local agencies.

Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree in health or human services and at least one year of relevant experience, plus a valid driver’s license for travel.