Entitlements Coordinator, 185th Street Shelter
/The Entitlements Coordinator provides on-going assistance to residents in obtaining and maintaining all entitlements.
Required Credentials:
Bachelor's Degree or HS Diploma, with a minimum of five years' experience as an Entitlements Coordinator.
Required Experience:
One year experience working with homeless young adults, preferably those who identify as part of the LGBTQ community. Spanish-speaking preferred; familiarity with Social Security and Public Assistance programs, including Medicaid and SNAP.
Basic Job Functions:
Interview and assess each resident's to ascertain eligibility for entitlements and insurance
Advocacy for residents in obtaining entitlements
Coordinate and follow up on referrals to entitlements programs
Provide education about public assistance and other entitlements programs
Develop and maintain data base of referral resources
Other duties as assigned
To apply: e-mail resume and cover letter, indicating position and salary requirements to: careers@projectrenewal.org EOE