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Entitlement Specialist

The Jewish Board

Fort Wadsworth, NY
29 days ago

Job Description

Join The Jewish Board as an Entitlement Specialist and make a significant impact in the lives of adults with mental illness. You will play a key role in ensuring clients receive essential benefits while fostering their independence through personalized support and advocacy.

Key Responsibilities

  • Procurement and maintenance of client benefits
  • Monitor client SSA and PA benefits
  • Ensure timely handling of SSI renewals
  • Maintain Medicaid benefits for residents
  • Provide support during SSA audits
  • Address consumer arrears and initiate reparative processes
  • Facilitate team meetings and case conferences
  • Complete client documentation according to guidelines
  • Develop community service provider linkages

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Human Services preferred, or HS Diploma with 3 years' experience
  • Minimum of three years entitlements experience
  • Experience working with adults with mental illness
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Preferred Qualifications

  • Intermediate to expert computer skills
  • Experience in casework and administrative roles