Advocacy Representative (Grant Funded Position)
City of Boston · US
Overview Incumbents are responsible for providing advocacy services to older adults, which may include providing information and referral, processing benefit...
Job description
Overview Incumbents are responsible for providing advocacy services to older adults, which may include providing information and referral, processing benefit applications, conducting home visits, preparing reports, selling taxi coupons, monitoring follow-ups, and performing related duties. Responsibilities: - Provides advocacy services to older adults in a comprehensive and timely manner, including: information andreferral to services and programs; thorough assessments and benefits screenings; home visits and wellnesschecks; and/or related duties. - Evaluate needs and provide resources, including but not limited to: financial stability, legal issues, mentalhealth issues, health care, etc. - Assist clients in navigating complex benefits and healthcare systems. Acts as a client advocate in issues related toinsurance coverage, financial assistance, and benefit access. - As a certified SHINE Counselor, provide full scope assistance related to Medicare Part A, Part B, and Part D;Medigap insurance, Medicare HMOs, retiree insurance plans, prescription drug programs, Medicaid, and otherprograms for people with limited resources. - As a SNAP outreach partner, provide full scope assistance r...