Consumer Benefits Specialist bei The Harris Center for Mental Health and IDD

The Harris Center for Mental Health and IDD (“The HARRIS CENTER”) is looking for a Consumer Benefits Specialist to join our team. Under the general direction of the Business Office Supervisor: ID Authority Services. This position interviews and screens Individuals/LARs to determine if Individuals qualify for SSE/DI, CHIP, Medicaid, Medicare, Medicare supplements and other benefits as applicable. This position completes benefit forms with potentially eligible individuals, monitors the status of the Individual and represents individuals in SSI/DI claims.

Your role in action:

•          Interviews and screens potential consumers to determine medical/financial eligibility.

•          Screens consumers denied SSI/DI for eligibility to appeal.

•          Verifies consumer benefit coverage information.

•          Maintains knowledge of reference material related to consumer benefits.

•          Completes other departmental financial and benefits related to consumer benefits as needed. Provides assistance and backup coverage to the Business Office Supervisor

What qualifications you will need:

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in human services discipline preferred.

Experience:

• Two (2) years work experience in the area of developmental disabilities.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Must be familiar with state guidelines and standards as it relates to consumer benefits.

• Must be knowledgeable and familiar with the various developmental disabilities and diagnosis

• Effectively communicates and works with consumers, family, members, visitors, and fellow employees in a manner that demonstrates knowledge of cultural diversities.

• Demonstrates proficiency in written and verbal communication skills. Strong organizational skills and remain up to date of all benefit changes.