SOAR Job Postings

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Current Postings

SOAR Coordinator, Ann Arbor
St. Joseph Mercy Health System is seeking a SOAR Coordinator.  This position is responsible for initial outreach in the hospital service area to the client in the community, ongoing outreach services, completion of the application process, and referral for and linkage to needed services for each person served. 

SOAR Specialist, Sykesville, MD
The Howard County Mental Health Authority is hiring a full-time SOAR Specialist to submit SSI/SSDI applications using the SOAR model for individuals experiencing severe mental illness and who are homeless or at risk of
homelessness and who are being discharged from state hospital. The SOAR Specialist also liaises with representatives from Social Security Administration, Disability Determination Services and state and
local agencies to identify and resolve issues related to federal disability benefits.  (Close Date: 8/31/17)

Income Development Specialist, Petaluma, CA
COTS (Committee on the Shelterless) is seeking a motivated and passionate Income Development Specialist (full-time) to serve the participants in our shelter and permanent housing programs. The Income Development Specialist works with program participants in individual and group settings to maintain or increase income by applying for public benefits and/or preparing for and obtaining employment.  (Close Date: 8/27/17)

Care Coordinators, Jacksonville, FL
Mental Health of America (MHA) of Northeast Florida is hiring two full-time Care Coordinators to assist individuals experiencing or at-risk of homelessness to apply for SSI/SSDI using the SOAR Model.

SOAR Benefits Specialist, Del Ray Beach, FL
South County Mental Health is hiring a SOAR Benefits Specialist to assist clients applying for disability benefits utilizing the SOAR model.

Veteran SOAR Representative, St. Paul, MN
The Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs (MDVA) is hiring a full-time SOAR Representative to support, implement, and assist in framing the MDVA’s new Veteran SSI/SSDI Outreach, Access, and Recovery (SOAR) Program.   

SOAR Case Manager, Greensboro, NC
The Servant Center is hiring a full-time SOAR Case Manager to provide outreach and support to SSI/SSDI applicants.

Benefits Specialist, Phoenix, AZ
Lifewell Behavioral Wellness is seeking a full-time Benefits Specialist who is responsible for assisting members who are inpatient, completion of AHCCCS verifications and assisting inpatient team with establishing benefits for members prior to discharge.  A High School Diploma/GED and one year of relevant work experience; must be SOAR-trained. To apply  please visit our website www.lifewell.us to complete the application.

Entitlements/SOAR Coordinator, Ft. Lauderdale, FL
Broward Behavioral Health Coalition (BBHC) is hiring an Entitlements/SOAR Coordinator who will be responsible for supporting BBHC Housing and Employment Initiatives to expand access to entitlements/benefits through the SOAR model, benefits counseling, and work incentives for competitive employment and continuing education.

RCS Entitlements Specialist, New York, NY
The CUCS Institute’s Reentry Coordination System (RCS) is seeking a RCS Entitlements Specialist. RCS offers technical assistance, training, housing, and mental health services referral management and is actively involved in developing and improving supportive housing initiatives in New York City for justice-involved individuals.

SSVF SOAR Case Manager, Atlanta, GA
HOPE Atlanta is hiring an SSVF SOAR Case Manager to identify and assist veterans with SSI/SSDI applications.   

Social Security Outreach Benefits Specialist, Covington, KY
Welcome House of Northern Kentucky is hiring two full-time Social Security Outreach (SSO) Benefit Specialists to complete SSI/SSDI applications for individuals who are homeless or at risk of homelessness, conduct program outreach, and maintain positive relationships with area healthcare providers, service organizations, and government agencies.  Resumes can be sent to Brian Sergent, Director of Income and Benefits at bsergent@welcomehouseky.org.

SOAR Outreach Benefits Specialist, Washington, D.C.
Pathways to Housing DC is hiring a full-time Outreach Benefits Specialist to provide direct outreach services in a team environment to people experiencing homelessness and represent Pathways to community stakeholders. Interested parties are encouraged to forward their resume and cover letter to our Human Resources Director, Lawrence Greene at lgreene@pathwaysdc.org.

SOAR Benefits Specialist, New Haven, CT
Columbus House is seeking a full-time SOAR Benefits Specialist to coordinate and complete the SOAR application submission process through a comprehensive review of each application for accuracy and completeness, among other responsibilities.

SOAR Coordinator, Pontiac, MI
St. Joseph Mercy Oakland is seeking a SOAR Coordinator. This position is responsible for initial outreach in the hospital service area to the client in the community, ongoing outreach services, completion of the application process, and referral for and linkage to needed services for each person served.

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SOAR Benefits Coordinator, Las Vegas, NV
Caridad, Inc. is seeking a full-time SOAR Benefits Coordinator to complete all duties related to the SSI/SSDI application process and related follow up.

Intake/Eligibility Coordinator, Lakewood, CO
​Easter Seals Colorado is hiring a part-time Intake/Eligibility Coordinator to assist individuals with disabilities with Social Security Disability program, medical record acquisition and assignment SSA services. (Close Date: 08/15/17)

Case Manager/Benefits (DHS Benefits Advocacy LA), Los Angeles, CA
Volunteers of America Los Angeles is seeking a full-time Case Manager/Benefits (DHS Benefits Advocacy LA).  Individual will be comfortable and adaptable in using different platforms to capture and store client records and data, managing and tracking claims from the initial filing to determination and appeals. (Close Date: 5/31/17)

Case Manager/Benefits (DHS Benefits Advocacy Srv), West Covina, CA
Volunteers of America Los Angeles is seeking a full-time Case Manager/Benefits (DHS Benefits Advocacy Srv).  Individual will be comfortable and adaptable in using different platforms to capture and store client records and data, managing and tracking claims from the initial filing to determination and appeals. (Close Date: 5/31/17)

SOAR Benefits Specialist, Columbia, SC
Mental Illness Recovery Center, Inc. is seeking a full time benefits specialist to complete SOAR, SSI/SSDI, EBT-Food Stamps, Medicare, Medicaid and VA benefits. Resumes can be sent to dzygmont@mirci.org. (Close Date: 5/1/17).

CABHI SOAR Specialist, Washington D.C.
MBI is seeking a qualified full-time SOAR Specialist to serve in its Cooperative Agreement to Benefit Homeless Individuals (CABHI Program). This position will require minimal outreach to homeless individuals and coordinating closely with Economic Security Administration (ESA) to ensure those experiencing chronic homelessness receive any Social Security or SNAP benefits they may qualify for. (Close Date: 5/1/17)

Benefits Advocate/Homeless Programs, Los Angeles, CA
St. Joseph Center is hiring a SOAR Benefits Advocate to support clients throughout their benefits enrollment process. (Close Date: 5/1/17)

Benefit Specialist, Orlando, FL
Orange Blossom Family Health is hiring a Full-Time SOAR Benefit Specialist to assist clients to apply SSI/SSDI and other benefit and entitlement programs as appropriate, in order for clients to obtain or maintain permanent supportive housing.

Benefits and Entitlement Specialist, Portland, OR
Central City Concern BEST is seeking a Benefits & Entitlement Specialist to assist clients with the acquisition of Social Security benefits (SSI/SSDI) and Medicaid and OHP benefits.

Office Administrator, Denver, CO
Colorado Disability Benefits Support Program is seeking qualified candidates for a part-time (25 hours/week) Office Administrator to provide administrative support to the Colorado DBS team assisting individuals with disabilities. Click here for a job description.

Disability Benefits Advocate, Denver, CO
Colorado Disability Benefits Support Program is seeking qualified candidates for a Disability Benefits Advocate (DBA).  As a Disability Benefits Advocate (DBA), this position assists individuals with disabilities applying for SSA disability programs and Medicaid-related services. Click here for a job description.

SOAR Benefits Specialist, Las Vegas, NV
Wellcare Services in Las Vegas, NV is seeking a full-time SOAR Benefits Specialist to work in the community and meet homeless consumers where they are, including but not limited to government offices, current residences, etc. (Close Date: 3/15/17)

SOAR Case Manager (Bilingual-Spanish preferable) and SOAR Case Manager (Bilingual-Spanish) Tampa, FL
There are two full time positions available for SOAR Case Managers within the Health Care Services Department of Hillsborough County. These positions will be responsible for completing and submitting thorough SSI/SSDI application packets using the SOAR model while following all County and Federal policies and guidelines. (Close Date: 2/14/17)

SOAR Benefits Specialist, Orlando, FL
Pathway Homes of Florida, Inc. is hiring a full-time SOAR Benefit Specialist to assist chronically homeless adult clients in permanent supportive housing first program to access SSI/SSDI and other benefits as appropriate. (Close Date: 3/1/17)

SOAR-trained Income and Benefits Specialist, Las Vegas, NV
U.S. VETS is hiring a full-time Income and Benefits Specialist to support clients throughout their benefits enrollment process and/or managing income secured through employment.

SOAR Social Workers, Las Vegas, NV
The Southern Nevada Veteran's Health Administration is currently hiring two SOAR Social Workers to work with their Homeless Veterans programs.

Benefits and Entitlement Case Manager, Lawrence, KS
The Bert Nash Center is seeking an individual to provide outreach and support to adults with mental illness for the purpose of expediting the SSI/SSDI and medical benefits applications process.  Please visit http://www.bertnash.org to complete the application.

Reentry Coordination System (RCS) Entitlements Specialist, Sing Sing Correctional Facility, Ossining, NY
The Center for Urban Community Services (CUCS) Institute’s Reentry Coordination System (RCS) is seeking a RCS Entitlements Specialist who will be responsible for compiling and submitting the applications for mainstream benefits for inmates with a Serious Mental Illness (SMI) being released from NYS prison facilities to NYC in collaboration with pre-release coordinators. This position is based at Sing Sing Correctional Facility in Ossining, NY three days per week and in our main office 2 days per week. Apply online.

Benefits and Entitlement Specialist, Portland, OR
Central City Concern is seeking a Benefits and Entitlement Specialist to assist clients with the acquisition of Social Security benefits (SSI/SSDI). This includes meeting with clients, obtaining and reviewing medical records and lay evidence, and filing Social Security claims using the Social Security Administration’s on-line application system.

SOAR Coordinator, Mecklenburg County, NC
Mecklenburg County is currently seeking a Program Coordinator/Supervisor within Community Support Services.  Community Support Services transforms lives and community by supporting veterans, ending homelessness, treating substance use, and preventing and intervening in community and domestic violence.

SOAR Case Manager, Topeka, KS
Valeo Behavioral Health Care is hiring a full-time SOAR Team Case Manager to assist eligible clients in the SSI/SSDI application process using the SOAR model.

SOAR Specialist, Raleigh, NC
SouthLight Healthcare seeks a full-time SOAR specialist who has a good working knowledge of the SSI/SSDI application and eligibility process. Experience and comfort working with the homeless population a plus.

Departmental Specialist 13, Detroit, MI
Michigan Department of Health and Human Services is hiring a full-time Departmental Specialist who will be responsible for the statewide PATH program as well as the associated SOAR initiative.

Regional SOAR Coordinator, Memphis, TN
Case Management, Inc. is seeking a Regional Coordinator of the SOAR program for the Mental Health Planning and Policy Region Six and Seven (6 and 7).

VISTA SOAR Coordinator, TX (various locations)
Texas Homeless Network is looking for VISTA members to serve in the following areas: Harlingen, Laredo, Lubbock, and Tyler.  The SOAR Coordinator will provide technical assistance to the local community with SOAR planning projects and implementation, and working to develop and build sustainable capacity and infrastructure for ongoing SOAR efforts.

SOAR Case Manager, Washington, D.C.
Bread for the City  provides vulnerable residents of Washington, DC, with comprehensive services, including food, clothing, medical care, and legal and social services.  The SOAR Case Manager will use the SOAR model to assist people with disabilities who would have difficulty applying independently for SSI/SSDI benefits.

Lead Disability Assistance Outreach Specialist, Baltimore City, MD
Healthcare for the Homeless is hiring a Lead Disability Assistance Outreach Specialist to oversee the implementation and ensure the quality of the SOAR model for severely disabled individuals who are experiencing homelessness in Baltimore City. 

Case Manager II, Norfolk, VA
The City of Norfolk's Community Services Board department is currently seeking an experienced Case Manager to provide street and site outreach to homeless adults with serious mental illness. Applications accepted until 12/15.

SOAR Benefits Specialist, Norwalk, CT
New Reach, Inc., a nonprofit organization working to shelter, house, furnish, and stabilize women and families, is seeking a SOAR Benefits Specialist to use the SOAR Model with chronically homeless population in the Greater New Haven and Fairfield areas of Connecticut.

Office Administrator, Denver, CO
Colorado Disability Benefits Support Program (DBS) is hiring a Part-time Office Administrator to provide administrative support to the Colorado DBS team assisting individuals with disabilities.

Disability Benefits Advocate, Denver, CO
Colorado Disability Benefits Support Program (DBS) is hiring 2.0 FTE Disability Benefits Advocates to assist individuals with disabilities to acquire income, health insurance and other basic needs to stabilize their lives, health and living situations.

Disability Benefits Advocate, El Paso County, Colorado Springs, CO
Colorado Disability Benefits Support Program (DBS) is hiring a full-time Disability Benefits Advocate (see job description) to assist individuals with disabilities to apply for SSI/SSDI and Medicaid-related services. 

Disability and Benefits Specialist, Grand Junction, CO
The Colorado Branch of Volunteers of America (VOA) is hiring a full-time Disability & Benefits Specialist to assist individuals with disabilities, including those with chronic conditions/illnesses, to acquire income, health insurance and other basic services to stabilize their lives, health and living situations.

Disability Benefits Advocate, Denver, CO
Colorado Disability Benefits Support Program (DBS) is hiring 3.5 FTE Disability Benefits Advocates (see job description) to assist individuals with disabilities to apply for SSI/SSDI and Medicaid-related services. 

CTIP SOAR Specialist, New Haven, CT
This is a position with Columbus House, Inc. to provide SOAR coordination and training.

Benefits/Entitlement Case Manager, Lawrence, KS
This is a position with The Bert Nash Community Mental Health Center (BNC) to provide outreach and support to adults with mental illness for the purpose of expediting the SSI/SSDI and Medical benefits applications process.

Benefits/Entitlement Specialist, Lamar County, GA
Accepting Applications through Oct. 3, 2014.  Assist individuals with severe and persistent mental illness and who are chronically homeless to apply for social security benefits. This position will cover a seven county area.

DHS Management Analyst/SOAR Coordinator, Clark County, NV
Accepting Applications through Sept. 12, 2014.  This is a position with the Clark County Department of Human Resources to provide coordination and training related to the the SOAR process. 

SSI Ohio Specialist, Franklin County, OH
Accepting Applications through July 15, 2014. The SSI Ohio Project at the Coalition on Homelessness and Housing in Ohio is seeking a fulltime, self-motivated, experienced individual to provide services to clients in Franklin County and surrounding areas. The SSI Ohio Specialist will assist individuals that are homeless, at risk of becoming homeless and/or preparing to exit institutions and suffering from mental illness and/or physical disabilities to successfully apply for SSI/SSDI and other benefits using the SSI Ohio Project process.

AmeriCorps VISTA Illinois State SOAR Coordinator, Villa Park, IL
Accepting Applications through April 4, 2014. The State SOAR Coordinator will provide technical assistance to local communities across Illinois with SOAR planning projects and implementation, and working to develop and build sustainable capacity and infrastructure for ongoing SOAR efforts. The position will be housed in the DuPage Federation on Human Services Reform office in Villa Park, IL.

Benefits & Entitlement Specialist, Alameda County, CA
The Benefits and Entitlements Specialist Team (BEST) is a new Building Opportunities for Self-Sufficiency (BOSS) program that helps chronically homeless and disabled individuals apply for social security benefits.