Directions for Living
SOAR Benefit Specialist Public Defender's Office
Directions for Living, Clearwater, Florida, United States, 34623
SOAR Benefit Specialist Public Defender's Office
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SOAR Benefit Specialist Public Defender's Office
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Pay Rate: $26.44/hour ($55,000 annually)
Medical (100% employer paid for employees only), Dental, Vision, Life, Short Term and Long-Term Disability.
5 days of Paid Time Off
16 Paid Wellness Days and Holidays - Including the week of Christmas off!
Do you envision working for a dynamic, mission-driven organization that supports the community while fostering an employee culture of appreciation and fun? If your answer is yes, then an employment opportunity at Directions for Living may be a great fit for you!
Position Summary
This is a professional position providing case management services, supportive interventions, and assistance with benefit enrollment to individuals and families who are homeless. Work involves outreach, access, and recovery services to individuals experiencing homelessness and assisting them with the SSI/SSDI application for benefits. Services are provided in the community. The SOAR Benefit Specialist is responsible for ensuring an annual client-facing client care number annually. Achieving the minimum required weekly, monthly and annual client-facing client care hours is an essential function of this position.
Education Experience/Requirements
Must hold at least a Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work or related area of study from an accredited university; or a Master’s Degree in Social Work or related area of study, with one year experience preferred.
Must acquire knowledge of community resources.
Must be computer literate and be proficient in Outlook, Excel spreadsheets, and Microsoft Word. Must be able to work proficiently in a Windows environment and be able to learn other software applications quickly.
Must have reliable transportation and be able to use personal vehicle to transport clients if and when needed. Must have and maintain clear driving record, must have valid Florida Driver License, maintain required automobile insurance coverage.
EOE/ADA/DFW
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SOAR Benefit Specialist Public Defender's Office
role at
Directions for Living
Pay Rate: $26.44/hour ($55,000 annually)
Medical (100% employer paid for employees only), Dental, Vision, Life, Short Term and Long-Term Disability.
5 days of Paid Time Off
16 Paid Wellness Days and Holidays - Including the week of Christmas off!
Do you envision working for a dynamic, mission-driven organization that supports the community while fostering an employee culture of appreciation and fun? If your answer is yes, then an employment opportunity at Directions for Living may be a great fit for you!
Position Summary
This is a professional position providing case management services, supportive interventions, and assistance with benefit enrollment to individuals and families who are homeless. Work involves outreach, access, and recovery services to individuals experiencing homelessness and assisting them with the SSI/SSDI application for benefits. Services are provided in the community. The SOAR Benefit Specialist is responsible for ensuring an annual client-facing client care number annually. Achieving the minimum required weekly, monthly and annual client-facing client care hours is an essential function of this position.
Education Experience/Requirements
Must hold at least a Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work or related area of study from an accredited university; or a Master’s Degree in Social Work or related area of study, with one year experience preferred.
Must acquire knowledge of community resources.
Must be computer literate and be proficient in Outlook, Excel spreadsheets, and Microsoft Word. Must be able to work proficiently in a Windows environment and be able to learn other software applications quickly.
Must have reliable transportation and be able to use personal vehicle to transport clients if and when needed. Must have and maintain clear driving record, must have valid Florida Driver License, maintain required automobile insurance coverage.
EOE/ADA/DFW
Smoke Free Campus
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