CJE SeniorLife · 6 days ago
Benefits Specialist (cover letter required)
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry Level
$50K/yr - $55K/yr
1+ years expCJE SeniorLife is a non-profit organization dedicated to helping older adults live life to the fullest. The Benefits Specialist role focuses on providing guidance and advocacy for older adults regarding government assistance programs and community resources, including Medicare and Medicaid.
EducationEventsHealth CareNon ProfitNursing and Residential Care
Responsibilities
Develops and maintains expert knowledge of government assistance programs and community resources to effectively serve older adults and their families
Attends trainings, presentations, staff meetings, and webinars to stay current on government benefits programs and shares important updates with colleagues
Provides SHIP counseling including Medicare plan comparisons, enrollment help, and support with issues such as loss of coverage, gaps in coverage, or denied claims
Conducts benefits assessments and eligibility screenings for programs such as SNAP, Benefit Access (BAA), LIHEAP, and others
Assists clients with applications and provides advocacy when needed
Provides referrals to appropriate CJE services and community resources based on client needs
Reviews affordable housing options and helps clients with applications and placement on subsidized housing waitlists
Develops and delivers community education programs on benefits topics
Provides person-centered guidance by communicating options clearly and empowering clients to make informed decisions that match their goals
Participates in required CJE onboarding, SHIP training, and ongoing professional development
Maintains client confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA, all other applicable laws, and CJE policies
Completes documentation and reports accurately and on time
Other tasks as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree (BS, BSW, or BA) in social work, human services, gerontology, or a related field
A minimum of 1 year of related experience
Preferred
Experience of 2 to 3 years working with lower income clients
Experience with Medicare, Medicaid, and other government benefits programs
Russian language proficiency
Benefits
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Employee Life Insurance
Spousal & Dependent Life Insurance
Long Term & Short Term Disability Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Tuition Reimbursement for Nurses, Nurse Assistants, and CNAs
Employee Purchase Discounts
Employee Discounts on General Merchandise and Enjoyment
Employee Assistance Program
Health Club Discounts
Lunch and Learn Programs
Company
CJE SeniorLife
CJE SeniorLife is a non-profit organization for healthcare, education.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Dan Fagin
President & CEO
Paisley Valentincic
Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer
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