Consumer Entitlement Specialist

Who We Are:

Kinexion is a Management Services Organization bringing together seven of the region's strongest, most respected human services agencies under one umbrella to lead the way in which we provide lifetime supports for people with disabilities as a collective 250-million-dollar organization employing over 4,000 team members and providing services to over 5,000 individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities across Long Island. Why join Kinexion? The non-profit social service agencies that compose the Kinexion Network embrace strong, community-based missions that promote a "whole-person" approach to our supported individuals and we embrace philosophy for our team members as well. We support our team members and their families with a strong work/life balance; an extraordinarily affordable and comprehensive benefit package; a very generous paid-time-off program; an innovative, free wellness program with participation incentives; a convenient, accessible work location with an on-site gym; and eligibility for the federal student loan forgiveness program as well as many other available discounts, perks and benefits. If you are passionate about what you do, excited about working in an organization that does meaningful, important work and looking for more than just "a job," we invite you to learn more about what it means to be a Kinexion team member. The Accounts Payable Bookkeeper- Level 2 is responsible for timeliness and accuracy of the accounts payable records and systems. Job Summary The Consumer Entitlement Specialist is responsible for the financial reporting and routine administration of accounting policies and procedures as they relate to the agency's financial activities. Monday - Friday 8:00a-4:00p Duties and Responsibilities Connotes essential functions Work closely with various Government Agencies (Social Security, Medicaid, OPWDD, Veterans Administration, etc.) to ensure continuous benefits eligibility IGHL residents Complete Medicaid and SNAP applications, and re-certifications/renewals Report changes in living arrangements, wages, and confirm changes in Medicaid budgets Follow up with the accounting department and Medicaid to ensure excess income is handled and reported correctly Assist with Social Security lump sums and investigate overpayments Maintain all required documentation for IGHL's pooled trust Work with Program Staff to help with eligibility and budgeting questions, maintain insurance records, and offer support to maintain eligibility status Responsible for reviewing Medicaid NOD's and budgets and taking corrective action if necessary Follow up with Social Security regarding all disability applications and updates Complete all Social Security re-determinations as necessary All other duties as assigned Position Requirements and Qualifications BA or BS in related field 1-2 years of ID/DD or related social service experience 1-2 years of benefits and entitlement experience Ability to work as part of a team and independently Proficient in Microsoft Excel Excellent written and verbal communication skills Valid NYS Driver's License Ability to lift 50 pounds

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person Consumer Entitlement Specialist 5.0 5.0 out of 5 stars Manorville, NY 11949 $50,000 a year - Full-time Kinexion 2 reviews $50,000 a year -

Full-time Who We Are:

Kinexion is a Management Services Organization bringing together seven of the region's strongest, most respected human services agencies under one umbrella to lead the way in which we provide lifetime supports for people with disabilities as a collective 250-million-dollar organization employing over 4,000 team members and providing services to over 5,000 individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities across Long Island. Why join Kinexion? The non-profit social service agencies that compose the Kinexion Network embrace strong, community-based missions that promote a "whole-person" approach to our supported individuals and we embrace philosophy for our team members as well. We support our team members and their families with a strong work/life balance; an extraordinarily affordable and comprehensive benefit package; a very generous paid-time-off program; an innovative, free wellness program with participation incentives; a convenient, accessible work location with an on-site gym; and eligibility for the federal student loan forgiveness program as well as many other available discounts, perks and benefits. If you are passionate about what you do, excited about working in an organization that does meaningful, important work and looking for more than just "a job," we invite you to learn more about what it means to be a Kinexion team member. The Accounts Payable Bookkeeper- Level 2 is responsible for timeliness and accuracy of the accounts payable records and systems. Job Summary The Consumer Entitlement Specialist is responsible for the financial reporting and routine administration of accounting policies and procedures as they relate to the agency's financial activities. Monday - Friday 8:00a-4:00p Duties and Responsibilities Connotes essential functions Work closely with various Government Agencies (Social Security, Medicaid, OPWDD, Veterans Administration, etc.) to ensure continuous benefits eligibility IGHL residents Complete Medicaid and SNAP applications, and re-certifications/renewals Report changes in living arrangements, wages, and confirm changes in Medicaid budgets Follow up with the accounting department and Medicaid to ensure excess income is handled and reported correctly Assist with Social Security lump sums and investigate overpayments Maintain all required documentation for IGHL's pooled trust Work with Program Staff to help with eligibility and budgeting questions, maintain insurance records, and offer support to maintain eligibility status Responsible for reviewing Medicaid NOD's and budgets and taking corrective action if necessary Follow up with Social Security regarding all disability applications and updates Complete all Social Security re-determinations as necessary All other duties as assigned Position Requirements and Qualifications BA or BS in related field 1-2 years of ID/DD or related social service experience 1-2 years of benefits and entitlement experience Ability to work as part of a team and independently Proficient in Microsoft Excel Excellent written and verbal communication skills Valid NYS Driver's License Ability to lift 50 pounds

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person