SOAR Specialist: Connect Homeless to SSI/SSDI Benefits

A Hiring Company; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 44,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Maternity/Paternity Leave

401k with automatic 3% employer match

Exceptional health benefits

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

A nonprofit organization in West Palm Beach is seeking a passionate SOAR Specialist to engage with homeless individuals and assist them in applying for health benefits through the SOAR program. The role requires a bachelor’s degree in social work or a related field, SOAR training, and at least three years of relevant experience. Ideal candidates will have strong communication and attention to detail skills, allowing them to effectively advocate and link clients to necessary services and support opportunities. Competitive compensation offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, mental health counseling, or related field preferred.
• SOAR (SSI/SSDI/Outreach, Access and Recovery) training required.
• Minimum of three years of experience in the social work field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide community engagement activities to reach homeless individuals.
• Assist qualified homeless applicants in completing and submitting SOAR applications.
• Advocate for and link individuals to needed services.

Skills

Social work experience

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Interviewing skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in social work or related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Job description

A nonprofit organization in West Palm Beach is seeking a passionate SOAR Specialist to engage with homeless individuals and assist them in applying for health benefits through the SOAR program. The role requires a bachelor’s degree in social work or a related field, SOAR training, and at least three years of relevant experience. Ideal candidates will have strong communication and attention to detail skills, allowing them to effectively advocate and link clients to necessary services and support opportunities. Competitive compensation offered.