SOAR Benefit Specialist Countywide

Job DetailsJob Location: Clearwater, FL 33764Salary Range: $26.44 - $26.44 HourlySalary: $26.44/hr We offer: Medical, 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 which 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! We offer an excellent salary and benefits package for all full-time employees, PTO and paid company holidays, 403b retirement, EAP, and year-round employee wellness and appreciation initiatives. POSITION SUMMARY: This is a composite position providing case management, 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.  Required to meet client facing hours.  Directions for Living is an essential services provider. All Directions for Living Team Members must be willing and able to provide vital support and essential services to the people that we serve in the event of an emergency, pandemic or other disaster situation.    QualificationsEDUCATION EXPERIENCE/REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Social Work or related field required, with one year experience preferred.   EOE/ADA/DFW Smoke Free Campus              https://info.flclearinghouse.com For the safety of all clients and team members, please remember that Directions for Living is a private business and weapons or firearms are not permitted in any of our facilities. If you carry a weapon, it must remain secured in your vehicle (ref: Fla. Stat. 790.251).