Elder Benefits Specialist at Chippewa County

Longwood University; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 36,244 - 47,279; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Generous PTO

Flexible Spending Accounts

Job summary

A local government agency in Augusta seeks an Elder Benefits Specialist to assist older citizens in accessing public and private benefits. This role requires a Bachelor’s degree and two years of relevant experience, with a starting wage of $26.31 - $28.60 per hour plus a comprehensive benefits package. Interested candidates must apply electronically by October 5th, 2025.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Health or Human Services, Education or Healthcare Administration related programs.
• Two (2) years of experience working with one or more client populations served by the ADRC.
• Previous work experience with benefit programs and determining benefit eligibility preferred.
• Direct customer contact experience is required.
• Experience working with Medicare, Medicaid, consumerism, and Social Security preferred.
• Must become a Certified SHIP Counselor within eighteen months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Serve as frontline primary service provider of the state Elder Benefit Specialist Program.
• Assist persons age sixty and older in accessing public and private benefits.
• Promote the autonomy and financial security of older persons.

Skills

Advocacy

Compassion

Customer Service

Public Speaking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related programs

Job description

Chippewa County is accepting applications for an Elder Benefits Specialist position within the Department of Human Services – Aging and Disability Resource Center Division. We value our core principles like advocacy, compassion, respect, and empowerment, but we also embrace gratitude, integrity and humility.

The job duties of the Elder Benefits Specialist include but are not limited to serving as the community-level, frontline primary service provider of the state Elder Benefit Specialist Program; assisting persons age sixty and older in gaining access to public and private benefits, entitlements and legal rights; promoting and preserving the autonomy, dignity, independence and financial security of older persons; and providing responsive, courteous and efficient service to County residents and the general public.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Health or Human Services, Education or Healthcare Administration related programs.
• Two (2) years of experience required working with one or more of the client populations served by the ADRC.
• Previous work experience with benefit programs and determining benefit eligibility preferred.
• Work experience with direct customer contact required.
• Experience working with Medicare, Medicaid, private health insurance, consumerism, advocacy, Social Security and/or customer rights preferred.
• Must become a Certified SHIP Counselor within eighteen (18) months of hire.
• Experience with public speaking preferred.
• Familiarity with state and federal ADRC regulations preferred.
• A valid driver’s license is required.

Compensation and Benefits:

Starting Wage: $26.31 - $28.60 per hour depending on qualifications, plus an excellent fringe benefit package. Maximum Wage: $34.32 per hour

• Health Insurance offered through AmeriBen (Anthem BluePreferred Network) is a high deductible plan ($3,000 - Single and $6,000 - Family).
• Near-Site Clinic at ReforMedicine with $0 cost office visits, physicals, labs, etc.
• Physical therapy services at Doctors of Physical Therapy in Lake Hallie, Augusta, Thorp, Chetek, and Cameron with $0 cost for visits!
• Wisconsin Retirement System pension!
• Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, Dependent Care, Accident Insurance, Critical Illness, and Disability Insurance offered.
• Generous PTO (Paid Time Off) of 7.09 hours earned bi-weekly!

How to Apply:

Applications will only be accepted through the online application process at www.chippewacountywi.gov under Career Opportunities. Applications must be submitted electronically by Sunday, October 5th, 2025, at 4:30 PM. Application materials received after that date and time will not be considered. Chippewa County is an EOE.

Interviews will be conducted on Tuesday, October 14th, 2025.