Federal Benefits Case Support Specialist

New Mexico Department of Justice; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

New Mexico Children, Youth and Families Department (CYFD) is recruiting for a position to support the Federal Benefits unit, helping apply for and manage Social Security benefits for children in CYFD custody. The role involves gathering information, maintaining records in the case management system, and coordinating with youth, foster parents, parents, and service providers.

The ideal candidate has experience in applying for benefits, data reporting, and managing case documentation, with a

Qualifications

• Experience applying for and appealing denials for benefits.
• Experience tracking and reporting on provided data.
• Experience with case documentation.
• Experience working with children, youth, and families on case related matters.

Responsibilities

• Support to Federal Benefits Specialist with activities such as contacting and meeting CYFD staff, Foster Parents, Parent, and Providers; gather and document information for application and maintenance of federal Social Security benefits; enter notes into CYFD's case management system; assist in scheduling meetings and tracking status of applications.
• Communicate regularly with youth, parents, foster parents, and service providers.

Skills

Benefits experience

Data tracking experience

Case documentation

Family services experience

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

New Mexico Children, Youth and Families Department (CYFD) is recruiting for a position to support the Federal Benefits unit, helping apply for and manage Social Security benefits for children in CYFD custody. The role involves gathering information, maintaining records in the case management system, and coordinating with youth, foster parents, parents, and service providers.

The ideal candidate has experience in applying for benefits, data reporting, and managing case documentation, with a