Impactful Eligibility & Benefits Specialist

WellLife Network; Town of Hempstead (NY); Sur place; USD 20 000 - 30 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401k with matching

Paid time off

Résumé du poste

WellLife Network is seeking an EES Specialist to manage benefit applications and appeals, acting as a liaison between consumers and government agencies. The role emphasizes confidentiality, accurate documentation, and clear communication to educate consumers.

Responsibilities include screening eligibility, assisting with applications, and preparing statistical reports while traveling to various agencies as needed.

Qualifications

• HIPAA confidentiality must be maintained at all times.
• Assist consumers in completing all applications for private and governmental benefits.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills required.
• Experience with Mental Health/Developmental Disabilities populations preferred.

Responsabilités

• Screen consumers to assess eligibility for private and governmental benefits.
• Assist consumers in completing all applications to apply, appeal, and maintain benefits.
• Travel to governmental/private agencies as needed (e.g., ALJ hearings, interviews, Social Security visits).
• Prepare narrative, Excel-based and statistical reports indicating benefits status.
• Maintain department database records for consumer documents.
• Provide in-service training to staff and external agencies.

Connaissances

Oral and written communication

Documentation skills

Microsoft Office

Follow-up

HIPAA compliance

Formation

Associate degree

Bachelor's degree

Outils

Microsoft Office

Description du poste

WellLife Network is seeking an EES Specialist to manage benefit applications and appeals, acting as a liaison between consumers and government agencies. The role emphasizes confidentiality, accurate documentation, and clear communication to educate consumers.

Responsibilities include screening eligibility, assisting with applications, and preparing statistical reports while traveling to various agencies as needed.