Regional SOAR Specialist

Integratedservice; Chillicothe (OH); On-site; USD 28,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Vision

Short-term Disability

Long-term Disability

401K w/ Employer Match

EAP

Job summary

Integrated Services for Behavioral Health in Ohio seeks a Regional SOAR Specialist to support SSI/SSDI applications for individuals experiencing homelessness across Ross, Pickaway, Clinton, Highland and Fayette Counties. You will interview applicants, collect records, and prepare Medical Summary Reports while coordinating with doctors, housing staff and case managers.

The role reports to a Ross County supervisor, involves routine travel between counties, and requires a Bachelor's degree (or

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a related field is preferred.
• SOAR Ohio Certification must be obtained within 6 months of hire.
• Three years of directly relevant experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Completes interviews with applicants to gather information to facilitate a SSI/SSDI application.
• Gathers medical records and other information to support the application.
• Prepares Medical Summary Reports according to Program guidelines.
• Accompanies program participants to virtual and in-person SSA appointments.
• Coordinates with medical doctors, psychiatrists, and other specialists to obtain evidence for the application.
• Coordinates and provides housing case management as necessary.
• Determines participant eligibility for SOAR services and benefits.
• Maintains documentation, participates in program evaluation, attends team and program planning meetings, cross-systems training, and acquires knowledge of community resources.
• Meets billing productivity requirements established by Integrated Services for Behavioral Health.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Interviewing

Medical records gathering

Medical summaries

Housing coordination

Communication

Cultural awareness

Driver's license

SOAR knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

SOAR Ohio Certification within 6 months

Minimum 3 years relevant experience

Job description

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We are seeking a Regional SOAR Specialist!!

South Central Ohio

Join our team!

Integrated Services for Behavioral Health (ISBH) is a community-minded, forward-thinking behavioral health organization helping people along the road to health and well-being. We meet people in their homes and communities and help connect them to the resources they need. We serve Southeast and Central Ohio with a comprehensive array of behavioral health and other services – working with local partners to promote healthy people and strong communities. All of our services are intended to be collaborative and personalized for the individual.

SSI/SSDI Outreach, Access and Recovery (SOAR) is a model that helps individuals experiencing homelessness, who have a serious mental illness, medical impairment, and/or a substance use disorder, apply for SSI or SSDI benefits. The SOAR Specialist will complete interviews with applicants to gather information to facilitate an SSI/SSDI application through an expedited process. This position is a member of a team dedicated to ending homelessness in south central Ohio, and works closely with clients, housing specialists, and case managers to increase permanent housing stability through available resources. This position will serve clients in an 5 county region that includes Ross, Pickaway, Clinton, Highland and Fayette Counties in Ohio, and will report to a Ross County supervisor. Routine travel between counties is common, however overnight travel is not required.

This position requires someone who is organized and can prioritize tasks. The successful candidate will meet frequent deadlines and pay great attention to detail.

The pay range for this position is $19.00 to $22.26 per hour based on relevant experience.

Essential Functions

• Completes interviews with applicants to gather information to facilitate an SSI/SSDI application.
• Gathers medical records and other information to support the application.
• Prepares Medical Summary Reports according to Program guidelines
• Accompanies program participants to virtual and in-person Social Security Administration Appointments.
• Coordinates with medical doctors, psychiatrists, and other specialists to obtain evidence for the application.
• Coordinates and provides housing case management as necessary.
• Determines participant eligibility for SOAR services and benefits.
• Carries out utilization review and quality assurance activities as directed.
• Maintains necessary documentation, participates in program evaluation, attends team and program planning meetings, cross-systems training, and acquires knowledge of community resources.
• Meets billing productivity requirements established by Integrated Services for Behavioral Health.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
• Bachelor's degree in a related field, certification as a peer specialist, or minimum three years of directly relevant experience, preferred.
• Cursory knowledge of medical and psychiatric terminology and ability to communicate using same, preferred.
• Experience with individuals experiencing homelessness preferred.
• Demonstrated high degree of cultural awareness.
• Licensed and able to operate a motor vehicle with appropriate level of insurance coverage.
• Able to effectively communicate through verbal/written expression.
• Must be able to operate in an Internet-based, automated office environment.
• Must obtain SOAR Ohio Certification within 6 months.
• Must maintain SOAR Certification each year, and attend all training as required.

Enjoy a great work environment with an excellent salary, generous paid time off, and a strong benefits package!

Benefits include

• Medical
• Vision
• Short-term Disability
• Long-term Disability
• 401K w/ Employer Match
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) provides support and resources to help you, and your family, with a range of issues, including:
• Managing stress, anxiety and depression
• Improving relationships at home or work
• Getting guidance on legal and financial concerns
• Coping with occupational stress and burnout support

OUR VISION

Healthy people. Strong communities.

OUR MISSION

Delivering exceptional care through connection.

OUR VALUES

Dignity- We meet people where they are on their journey with respect and hope.

Collaboration- We listen to understand and ask how we can best support the people and communities we serve.

Wellbeing- We are inclusive; we celebrate one another's strengths, and we support one another in being well.

Excellence- We demand high-quality care for those we serve and are a leader in how we care for one another as a team.

Innovation- We deeply value diversity of thought and experience, knowing it is what inspires us to stretch past where we are and reach towards what we know is possible.

We’re an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.