Job Description

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Serve as advocacy for all clients seeking entitlement and benefits. Act as a liaison with SSA and HRA. Responsible for keeping clinical team and clients updated on government and agency changes
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  Assist Clients with navigating and obtaining entitlements and benefits such as Medicaid, Medicare; SSD/SSI, SNAP and cash assistance
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  Assess Clients eligibility applications and assist with the application process and document submission
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  Accompany Clients to entitlement/benefit related appointments
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  Create referrals to government agencies such as HRA, DMV, Vital Records; Social Security
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  Act as liaison with SSA and HRA
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  Input client’s income into CARES & AWARDS
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  Monitor and keep appropriate records of recertifications for all benefits
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  Assist Clients with creating access HRA and social security online accounts
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  Assist Client's with requesting Awards letters, Budget letters and proof of pension

HOURS:

Full-time 37.5 hours per week

• Monday, Wednesday, Friday- 9am-5:30pm; Tuesday & Thursday- 11am-7:30pm

QUALIFICATIONS:

High School diploma required, BA preferred. Entitlement experience required (Welfare, Medicaid, Veterans, etc.). Driver's license preferred.

* Vaccination preferred but not required.

MAKE AN IMPACT

Are you looking to make a positive impact on the lives of those in your community? At BRC, our staff help New Yorkers experiencing homelessness reclaim their lives by providing a hand up, offering opportunities for health and self-sufficiency, and restoring hope and dignity.

Each and every BRC staff member makes heroic contributions to our city, providing vital services in times of crisis and need. Through our commitment to employee wellbeing and development, BRC provides a workplace where staff can achieve their goals, make a difference with our clients, and grow personally and professionally.

Today, we have over 1000 full-time, part-time, and per-diem positions located in Manhattan, Brooklyn, the Bronx and Queens. Come and learn why 95% of BRC employees report that they would recommend BRC as a good place to work, and join us in building a more caring and compassionate city.

BENEFITS

BRC takes the health, safety, and wellbeing of our employees seriously. Employees are eligible for health insurance and paid sick time benefits immediately upon starting work. In addition, full time employees receive a generous benefits package, including:

1. Competitive health and dental plans, with coverage is available for your spouse, domestic partner, and dependents.
2. A minimum of 3 weeks paid vacation, 12 paid holidays, and additional paid sick and personal time. A 403(b) pension plan with a matching benefit paid by BRC.
3. Tuition assistance and many training opportunities for career development.
4. Flexible spending accounts (FSAs) are available so employees can set aside pre-tax dollars for healthcare, transit and childcare.