Easterseals NH & VT

Easterseals NH & VT

State Health Insurance Program (SHIP) Counselor

Manchester, NH · Full-time

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 7 days ago
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About the role

  • Job Description: Easterseals is hiring a State Health Insurance Program (SHIP) Counselor for our Aging and Disability Resource Center.
  • To apply, please submit your application using the blue "Apply Now" button.
  • Schedule time to chat with our Talent Acquisition Specialist, Katelyn: https://calendly.com/eastersealsnh-katelyn/30min Difficulty submitting your application or scheduling time to chat?

Responsibilities

  • Assist ADRC Center Manager and DHHS, BAAS SHIP/SMP Director to develop and update policies and procedures related to the SHIP.
  • Maintain up-to-date printed material and resources related to the SHIP programs.

Requirements

  • Experience working with older adults and /or adults with disabilities in areas of human service delivery system, customer relations, information and referral or related field
  • Must be willing to work between the Manchester and Nashua offices
  • Responsible for completing all required reports as well as coordinate record keeping and reporting for SHIP program, as required by CMS, ACL, DHHS, and the ADRC contract.
  • Obtain certification as a State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) Counselor within one (1) year of hire
  • Obtain the Alliance of Information and Referral services (AIRS) certification in one (1) year
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and/or database application program
  • Valid driver's license, auto insurance, and reliable transportation
  • What's in it for you? We offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time, eligible employees, including:
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability
  • PTO begins accruing on your first day!
  • Up to 9 paid holidays annually, plus one floating holiday of your choice. For programs that remain open during holidays, staff scheduled to work will receive holiday pay in accordance with program guidelines.
  • 403(b) employer match up to a maximum of 3%
  • Tuition reimbursement after one year of employment

Nice to have

  • Bachelor's degree preferred, OR Associates Degree with equivalent experience can be substituted for Bachelor's Degree

Compensation

  • Compensation: $21/hour

Benefits

  • Easterseals is hiring a State Health Insurance Program (SHIP) Counselor for our Aging and Disability Resource Center.
  • To provide unbiased and person-centered education, advocacy, assistance and support to NH residents so they may retain their dignity, quality of life and highest level of independence.
  • nutritional counseling services, reimbursement programs for weight loss & tobacco cessation
  • Provide counseling and assistance via telephone, office appointments, walk-ins, and public education presentations.
  • Assist with office coverage including answering phones and providing general information and referral counseling and recording contacts accurately in mandatory database.
  • Provide one-on-one counseling and assistance to individuals and their families who may be applying for or receiving benefits under all Medicare programs.

Company info

  • We are proud to be a recovery-friendly workplace and a NH Veteran-Friendly Business.

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