Immediate full-time opportunity for an experienced professional to interview and assist older adults, adults with disabilities, and their caregivers with applications and eligibility determination for services through Medicaid programs.
The Medicaid Benefits Counselor will provide Long Term Care Education to individuals seeking services and assist applicants through the eligibility process for the State Medicaid Managed Care Long Term Care Program.
Candidate will be responsible for assisting in the preliminary determination of programs and services best suited to serve the needs (long-term and immediate care) of elders, adults with disabilities, and their caregivers.
Candidate must possess excellent oral and written communication skills to educate clients and provide options counseling, outreach presentations, and training.
Bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, gerontology, or related social services field, plus one (1) year of related work experience, or a Bachelor’s degree in another field of study not related to social services, and two (2) years of related work experience. (Professional human service experience as a caseworker, case manager, intake specialist, or related work experience with the long-term care population may substitute for a Bachelor’s degree on a year-for-year basis.
Salary: $21.09 per hour.
To apply, please complete the application form below. For additional information or questions please e-mail Human Resources at perezl@allianceforaging.org.