Eligibility Specialist
DataStaff is in immediate need of an Eligibility Specialist for one of our direct clients in the San Fransisco, CA area for a contract opportunity.
NOTE: This is a hybrid position. 3 days in office, 2 days remote
Responsibilities:
- Screen for and executes applications for federal disability benefits for children in custody of government social services agencies
- Maintains detailed records of all activities, both pending and completed
- Interacts will all relevant stakeholders to ensure dissemination of information to the appropriate entities
- Accepts and actively recruits referrals from all sources for SSI application and advocacy services.
- Works with client agency to minimize interplay between various child welfare funding streams
- Processes and submits SSI applications in the following categories: SSI, Title II, Reconsiderations, Continuing Disability Reviews, Redeterminations, and Administrative Law Judge Hearings.
- Reviews information from every available source to determine if the characteristics of referred children match SSI criteria.
- Makes agency and community presentations regarding the SSI advocacy program and maintains knowledge of current community resources.
- Produces regular status reports as requested
- Maintains time frames set by project management tasks are completed in accordance with project expectations.
- Ensures consistent application of all confidentiality laws and regulations pertinent to the foster care and federal disability programs.
- Reviews applications denied by SSA and gathers documentation to determine if a reconsideration appeal is appropriate.
- Submits SSI files and documentation in accordance with deadlines and goals established by management staff and the Social Security Administration.
- Attends Administrative Law Judge Hearings as scheduled by the Hearing office.
- Responds to requests from Human Services Agency and SSA timely.
- Performs case management and follow-up on applications pending a decision.
- Performs other duties as may be assigned by management.
Required Skills:
- High school diploma or GED required
- 1 Year - Direct experience with government eligibility programs.
- 1 Year - Caseload management experience
- 1 Year - Benefits eligibility experience
- Demonstrable and articulable knowledge of federal disability programs
- Excellent time management skills
- Ability to meet all standards established for this position
- Ability to use computer software such as Microsoft Word Excel and Outlook
- Ability to work with community groups and the public
- Excellent organizational, interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
- Ability to perform comfortably in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented work environment
- Ability to successfully execute many complex tasks simultaneously
- Ability to work as a team member, as well as independently
This position is available as a W2 position with a competitive benefits package. DataStaff, Inc. offers medical, dental, and vision coverage options. As many of our opportunities are long-term, we also have a 401k program available for employees after 6 months.