Greater Cincinnati Behavioral Health Services · 5 hours ago
Benefits Specialist
Cincinnati, OH
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expGreater Cincinnati Behavioral Health Services is dedicated to helping individuals with mental illness and addictions lead healthy and productive lives. They are seeking a Benefits Specialist to assist adults experiencing mental health and substance use disorders by coordinating benefits and ensuring accurate application processes.
CommunitiesHealth CareMental HealthNon Profit
Responsibilities
Work with referral sources and community partners to identify applicants through case conferences, outreach and referrals
Complete clinically appropriate interviews with individuals and collateral persons/agencies to complete SSI/SSDI applications, including a detailed Medical Summary Report
Create and maintain relationships with local medical and mental health providers to assist with gathering of medical records
Coordinate with the local Social Security SOAR liaison to ensure complete and timely applications
Maintain complete and accurate records and timely data tracking through the Homeless Management Information System (HMIS), SAMHSA’s Online Application Tracking (OAT) system and paper files
Ensure program specific paperwork is accurately and thoroughly completed
Conduct outreach and educational training to staff regarding SOAR
Liaison with community partners to assist with clients obtaining and retaining SSA/JFS benefits
Assist GCB JFS benefit specialist as needed
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in a Human Services field or High School diploma and a minimum of three years' experience in Behavioral Health or Human Services related field
Work experience and knowledge of benefits
Benefits
Paid Time Off and Sick Time
Flexible work schedules
Public Student Loan Forgiveness
Comprehensive health insurance
403(b) Retirement with Match
Tuition Benefits ($1,250 per semester for BSW or $2,500 per semester or quarter for MSW or MA-Counseling)
Internship and Practicum opportunities for MSW and MA-Counseling students
Professional Development Opportunities and no cost to you CEU’s
Company
Greater Cincinnati Behavioral Health Services
Greater Cincinnati Behavioral Health Services is a mental health services agency.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Joce Arvisais
Chief Financial Officer
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