About Daybreak Independent Services, Inc.

Who We Are: https://www.daybreakis.org/

In 2010, Daybreak Independent Services opened its doors for individuals with

developmental disabilities to learn and apply their skills in a traditional work setting.

Since then, Daybreak has expanded its mission to multiple locations adding both people

and additional services. DBIS Serves hundreds of New Yorkers living with

developmental disabilities.

Partnerships with local businesses like Stew Leonard, TJ Maxx, and Marshalls have

allowed the vision to grow exponentially. In addition, taking on residential programs has

allowed us to serve those that need round-the-clock supervision.

It’s only the beginning. As we change lives every day, we change in the process. So the

work continues, and we look forward to what lies ahead.

About the role

Job Title: Benefits & Entitlement Specialist

Reports to: Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

Location: Bronx Office

Job Classification: (Part-time) Flexible work hours

FLSA: Non-exempt

Salary Range: $26.00 - $28.00 per hour

The Benefits & Entitlement Specialist works closely with both inter-agency personnel

and outside.

Contacts to meet the needs of individuals with disabilities. Must be able to work

independently, track applications & deadlines, and have robust record-keeping. This

position reports to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO).

What you'll do

Duties/Responsibilities:

● Acquire needed documents from intake personnel for individuals entering group homes.

● Submit various documents to the appropriate social service offices.

● Apply for Medicaid, Social Security benefits, Supplemental Security Income (SSI), Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP benefits).

● Complete re-certification and renewal packets as needed individually for Social Security,  Medicaid and SNAP benefits.

● Request original Medicaid and Social Security cards as needed.

● Monitor eligibility requirements for various programs.

● Maintain copies on file for individual cases in designated, secure binders.

● Make scheduled and unscheduled visits to various Social Security and HRA offices in NYC, Bronx and Queens County.

● Request and attend fair hearings for individuals to address problematic billing and coding Issues.

● Attend monthly meetings with the billing department and regularly schedule meetings with the fiscal department.

● Maintain phone and in-person relationships with various social service offices.

● Ensure effective communication with internal departments for information sharing and receiving.

● Perform self-audits to ensure audit readiness for internal and state audits.

● Participate in OPWDD training as needed and when requested.

● Attend internal agency meetings as needed and when requested.

● Performs other related duties as required.

Qualifications

Education & Experience:

• Associate Degree or Bachelor’s Degree in social work preferred or one year in human services, special education or related field.
• Bilingual abilities (required)
• Driver License Preferred 
• Excellent attention to detail
• Ability to get along well with co-workers and many administrative and management
• levels.
• Capable of working under pressure and deadlines
• Responsive for supervision
• Knowledge of OPWDD and Medicaid Waiver Services
• Flexibility and a strong work ethic; willing to take on additional tasks and work beyond regular work hours when required

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access

Skills/Abilities:

● Strong verbal, written, & presentation skills.

● Experience managing benefits for the disabled population.

● Knowledge of NYC benefits for qualified individuals (specifically SSI/SSD, Medicaid/Medicare and Food Stamps benefits).

● Ability to communicate effectively with others and individuals served.

What is there for Me:

As part-time

• Short-term disability
• New York Commuter Benefits
• We paid sick and vacation time to eligible part-time employees after completing a 3-month introductory period.

Job Type: Part-time

Salary: $26.00 - $28.00 per hour