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What they do
A Social or Human Services Assistant assists with identifying and arranging community services for clients. Works with social workers and other human services professionals. Helps with rehabilitation for people with disabilities or those in recovery, or coordinates home care services for the elderly; may also coordinate housing or job training assistance for immigrants, veterans, former inmates or families in crisis.
$45,313 / year median in New York
+8% projected growth
Job Description
Full Job Description Responsibilities:
Work closely with Community Outreach Coordinator to effectively implement the Consumer Assistance for the ABD Program outreach activities. Assist to establish contacts with community groups to reach uninsured and underinsured population. Assist to connect with organizations that service the Aged, Blind & Disabled population to raise community awareness of the Program and of Medicaid enrollment services. Assist to plan, schedule, and conduct outreach (i.e. street outreach, community events, and presentations senior centers) to educate prospective applicants on their health insurance options. Identify, educate, and enroll qualified Aged, Blind & Disabled population individuals into the relevant Medicaid program with Medicare eligibility assessments. Assure that application is accurately completed and adhering to submission deadline dates. Attend internal and external trainings and meetings. Understand overall eligibility requirements for government-sponsored health insurance programs. Maintain timely knowledge of government-sponsored health insurance program updates or changes. Additional duties as assigned.Minimum Qualifications:
Associate degree is required; bachelor's degree is preferred. One year of health insurance enrollment & outreach work experience. Must be bilingual in Chinese, Korean, Spanish and/or Bengali. Skills in developing business contacts and collaborative professional relationships is preferred. Computer proficiency, with experience in Microsoft Word, Excel and Power Point. Excellent organizational, communication and interpersonal skills. Strong attention to detail.Benefits:
Medical insurance Employer-paid dental, vision, disability and life insurance 403(b) retirement savings plan Flexible spending accounts for transit, parking, health and dependent care Paid time off (28 days for the first year of employment) Employee Assistance Program Employee Discount Programs Tuition reimbursement for eligible employees, and The Health Center is qualified for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) programBenefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Financial Aid/Assistance
- 403(b) Tax-Sheltered Annuity Plans
- Other Retirement and Savings