Position Summary: Health Benefits Coordinator (HBC) is tasked with helping clients gather and maintain the necessary documentation to qualify for health insurance, other public benefits, and Ryan White services and gain access to other social services. HBC ensures timely and coordinated access to appropriate levels of health and support services through verifying eligibility, assisting client with completing applications for services, and supporting client in remaining in care.
Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in Human Services Related field in Psychology or Social Work.
Preferred: Experience in a human service related field providing direct consumer services or case management/service coordinator.
Responsibilities:
· Maintains client files in accordance with State licensing and other established guidelines, to include the following: proof of residency, income, and HIV diagnosis; demographic information; intake and client needs assessment; care plan; progress notes; and follow-up.
· Maintains files documenting client demographics, eligibility, services provided, and agencies involved.
· Provides services such as assisting clients in signing up for SNAP,TANF,WIC, LAHAP application, etc.
· Provides periodic monitoring, review of needs, and evaluation of service utilization.
· Coordinates and provides referrals to primary care and other medical and/or support services.
· Coordinates transportation services for access to medical and/or support services.
· Provides screening for housing assistance programs.
· Provides client specific advocacy.
· Maintains written policies and procedures regarding client eligibility for services.
· Provides discharge/transition planning.
· Develops and maintains effective working relationships with appropriate agencies.
* Performs such other duties as may be assigned
Work Remotely
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $36,000.00 - $38,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- What are your annual salary expectations?
Education:
Experience:
- Case management: 1 year (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
- Lafayette, LA 70501: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
