SSI Eligibility Specialist

• Location: Modesto, CA
• Type: Contract
• Job #12292

DataStaff, Inc. is currently seeking a SSI Eligibility Specialist for a opportunity with one of our direct clients in Modesto, CA.

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:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
• 2 years - Direct experience with government eligibility programs
• 1 year - Caseload management experience
• 1 year - Benefit 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 and 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 opportunity is available as a W2 position with a competitive benefits package. DataStaff, Inc. offers medical, dental, and vision coverage options as well as paid vacation, sick, and holiday leave. As many of our opportunities are long-term, we also have a 401k program available for employees after 6 months.