Public Benefits Specialist
Job Type Full-timeDescriptionSince 1870, Erie Neighborhood House has provided the most comprehensive support immigrant and low-income families in Chicago need to thrive and has constantly evolved to meet their needs.
Today, Erie House is a modern social services nonprofit with programming and resources for children and youth, mental health and community wellness, adult education and training, legal services, and more.
Through these programs, we empower the people we work alongside to build powerful communities.
Erie Neighborhood House, a progressive social service agency serving the Chicago metropolitan area and dedicated to promoting a just and inclusive society.
Erie Neighborhood House is seeking a full-time Public Benefits Specialist to connect the community to public benefits.
The full-time Public Benefits Specialist will be a position in partnership with the Department of Community Resources and Education directly impacting the immigrant community.
In return to your commitment to Erie House and its mission to the community, you will enjoy excellent professional development opportunities, opportunity for growth, and have direct impact in building powerful communities.
Be a part of one of the oldest and most respected Settlement House in the Chicago Land Area.
POSITION
Summary:
Assist individuals in understanding the public benefits they are eligible for Enroll individuals in public benefits they are eligible for Meet with participants 1:
1 to screen for public benefits eligibility and assist with preparing public benefits applications:
Maintain an active case load of public benefits applicants and conduct appropriate follow-up to ensure that all benefits are received and utilized:
Assist community members in creating emergency preparedness plans and accompaniment to access public services when needed:
Assists in maintaining databases for HLP public
Benefits:
Attend and participate in required educational programs and staff meetings:
Track and monitor progress of applications to ensure they are approved, and individuals receive benefits Demonstrate cultural competency when working with individuals from the community Actively participate in all funder trainings and workshops Support with data entry in Salesforce and funder database systems Schedule office hours at Berwyn to enroll individuals in public benefits Attend public education workshops regarding important immigration, health issues facing the community, and public benefits to enroll individuals in public benefits Send referral information to other team members or other departments Manage program participant waitlist Provide general information to community members on community resources, immigration relief options, know-your-rights information, public benefits and general health/nutrition development through tabling, canvassing, and presence in the community.
Perform other duties as assigned Travel required for outreach activities, training, and program registration event.
We are looking for a candidate who has excellent interpersonal skills, strong leadership skills that promote a sense of community, and ability to develop rapport with individuals across multi-cultural backgrounds.
Requirements Bachelor's Degree preferred or demonstrated and significant experience in working with immigrant communities and understanding public benefit services and their interaction with the immigration system; Written and oral fluency in English/Spanish required:
Ability to prioritize and juggle multiple projects simultaneously and independently, often under pressure and in a fast-paced environment:
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Ability to stay organized, manage a high volume workload, and work under strict deadlines; Sensitivity to the needs and legal issues affecting people of diverse backgrounds; Excellent professional judgment and interpersonal skills; Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and case management software preferred; Demonstrated commitment to social justice and sensitivity to challenges of the immigrant community.
The availability to work a flexible schedule that will include evening and weekend hours required:
Reliable transportation is required in order to travel between work sites, partner agencies, workshops, and outreach events.
Occasional travels for program events and meetings We are looking for a candidate who has excellent communication and presentation skills, strong leadership skills that promote innovation, growth and retention, and ability to develop rapport with individuals across multi-cultural backgrounds and with faculty, staff, and members of the community.
TEAM MEMBER BENEFITS Compensation :
$19.
00 - 19.
50 / hr Work / life integration Generous paid time off (examples below for full-time employment) 12 accrued sick days per year 3 personal days Paid birthday off 8 paid holidays, including Juneteenth In addition to above paid holidays, paid week off between Christmas Eve and New Year's Day Vacation Year 1 = 8 days Year 2 = 13 days Year 3
= 20 days Access to alternative and flexible work schedules and personal leave, where possible Two-weeks fully paid Parental Leave, for eligible employees Time off for school conferences and activities as well as bereavement leave Professional Development Employer-sponsored learning and development programs Paid day off annually for personal professional development Tuition Assistance & Debt Relief Program, as budget allows DEI Council-sponsored education and engagement series Wellness support Employer-sponsored health, dental, and vision insurance Employer-paid life insurance Voluntary life and AD&D and shot and long-term disability Flexible Spending Accounts for medical, vision and dependent care 403b with employer match Employee Assistance Program Yoga, Zumba and Book Club, when onsite Union/Non-ExemptErie Neighborhood House is dedicated to creating a workforce that promotes and supports diversity and inclusion.
We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals without discrimination.
Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact us at email protected .
NO TELEPHONE CALLS PLEASE!MUST BE A MEMBER OF AFSCME OR JOIN AFTER 30 DAYSERIE NEIGHBORHOOD HOUSE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERACCREDITED BY NAEYC & NATIONAL AFTER SCHOOL ASSOCIATIONRECOGNIZED BY DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE; UNITED WAY MEMBERSalary Description 19.
00 - 19.
50/ hr Recommended Skills Communication Confidentiality Data Entry Databases Diversity Awareness English Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Today, Erie House is a modern social services nonprofit with programming and resources for children and youth, mental health and community wellness, adult education and training, legal services, and more.
Through these programs, we empower the people we work alongside to build powerful communities.
Erie Neighborhood House, a progressive social service agency serving the Chicago metropolitan area and dedicated to promoting a just and inclusive society.
Erie Neighborhood House is seeking a full-time Public Benefits Specialist to connect the community to public benefits.
The full-time Public Benefits Specialist will be a position in partnership with the Department of Community Resources and Education directly impacting the immigrant community.
In return to your commitment to Erie House and its mission to the community, you will enjoy excellent professional development opportunities, opportunity for growth, and have direct impact in building powerful communities.
Be a part of one of the oldest and most respected Settlement House in the Chicago Land Area.
POSITION
Summary:
Assist individuals in understanding the public benefits they are eligible for Enroll individuals in public benefits they are eligible for Meet with participants 1:
1 to screen for public benefits eligibility and assist with preparing public benefits applications:
Maintain an active case load of public benefits applicants and conduct appropriate follow-up to ensure that all benefits are received and utilized:
Assist community members in creating emergency preparedness plans and accompaniment to access public services when needed:
Assists in maintaining databases for HLP public
Benefits:
Attend and participate in required educational programs and staff meetings:
Track and monitor progress of applications to ensure they are approved, and individuals receive benefits Demonstrate cultural competency when working with individuals from the community Actively participate in all funder trainings and workshops Support with data entry in Salesforce and funder database systems Schedule office hours at Berwyn to enroll individuals in public benefits Attend public education workshops regarding important immigration, health issues facing the community, and public benefits to enroll individuals in public benefits Send referral information to other team members or other departments Manage program participant waitlist Provide general information to community members on community resources, immigration relief options, know-your-rights information, public benefits and general health/nutrition development through tabling, canvassing, and presence in the community.
Perform other duties as assigned Travel required for outreach activities, training, and program registration event.
We are looking for a candidate who has excellent interpersonal skills, strong leadership skills that promote a sense of community, and ability to develop rapport with individuals across multi-cultural backgrounds.
Requirements Bachelor's Degree preferred or demonstrated and significant experience in working with immigrant communities and understanding public benefit services and their interaction with the immigration system; Written and oral fluency in English/Spanish required:
Ability to prioritize and juggle multiple projects simultaneously and independently, often under pressure and in a fast-paced environment:
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Ability to stay organized, manage a high volume workload, and work under strict deadlines; Sensitivity to the needs and legal issues affecting people of diverse backgrounds; Excellent professional judgment and interpersonal skills; Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and case management software preferred; Demonstrated commitment to social justice and sensitivity to challenges of the immigrant community.
The availability to work a flexible schedule that will include evening and weekend hours required:
Reliable transportation is required in order to travel between work sites, partner agencies, workshops, and outreach events.
Occasional travels for program events and meetings We are looking for a candidate who has excellent communication and presentation skills, strong leadership skills that promote innovation, growth and retention, and ability to develop rapport with individuals across multi-cultural backgrounds and with faculty, staff, and members of the community.
TEAM MEMBER BENEFITS Compensation :
$19.
00 - 19.
50 / hr Work / life integration Generous paid time off (examples below for full-time employment) 12 accrued sick days per year 3 personal days Paid birthday off 8 paid holidays, including Juneteenth In addition to above paid holidays, paid week off between Christmas Eve and New Year's Day Vacation Year 1 = 8 days Year 2 = 13 days Year 3
= 20 days Access to alternative and flexible work schedules and personal leave, where possible Two-weeks fully paid Parental Leave, for eligible employees Time off for school conferences and activities as well as bereavement leave Professional Development Employer-sponsored learning and development programs Paid day off annually for personal professional development Tuition Assistance & Debt Relief Program, as budget allows DEI Council-sponsored education and engagement series Wellness support Employer-sponsored health, dental, and vision insurance Employer-paid life insurance Voluntary life and AD&D and shot and long-term disability Flexible Spending Accounts for medical, vision and dependent care 403b with employer match Employee Assistance Program Yoga, Zumba and Book Club, when onsite Union/Non-ExemptErie Neighborhood House is dedicated to creating a workforce that promotes and supports diversity and inclusion.
We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals without discrimination.
Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact us at email protected .
NO TELEPHONE CALLS PLEASE!MUST BE A MEMBER OF AFSCME OR JOIN AFTER 30 DAYSERIE NEIGHBORHOOD HOUSE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERACCREDITED BY NAEYC & NATIONAL AFTER SCHOOL ASSOCIATIONRECOGNIZED BY DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE; UNITED WAY MEMBERSalary Description 19.
00 - 19.
50/ hr Recommended Skills Communication Confidentiality Data Entry Databases Diversity Awareness English Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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