Supervisee In Social Work Jobs in Springfield, MA

Elara Caring is seeking a Social Work Social Worker for a job in Windsor, Connecticut.

• Specialty: Social Worker
• Discipline: Social Work
• Duration: Ongoing
• Employment Type: Staff

At Elara Caring, we have a unique opportunity to play a huge role in the growth of an entire home care industry. Here, each employee has the chance to make a real difference by carrying out our mission every day. Join our elite team of healthcare professionals, providing the Right Care, at the Right Time, in the Right Place.

Job Description:

Social Worker - Connecticut Remote

Medicaid & Medicare specialist

Full Time M-F with lots of benefits!

Must have strong knowledge of CT Medicaid & Medicare, different kinds of Husky Insurances. Renewal process and state benefits.

Redeterminations, spend down, applications for title 19, reinstatement,

navigate the DSS system.

Join a caring and supportive team! Help to keep clients home where they most want to be!

At Elara Caring, we care where you are and believe the best place for your care is where you live. We know there’s no place like home, and that’s why our teams continue to provide high-quality care to more than 60,000 patients each day in their preferred home setting. Wherever our patients call home and wherever they are on their journey of health, we care. Each team member has a part to play in this mission. This means you have countless ways to make a difference as a Social Worker. Being a part of something this great starts by carrying out our mission every day through your true calling: developing an amazing team of compassionate and dedicated healthcare providers.

To continue to be an industry pioneer in delivering unparalleled care, we need a Social Worker with commitment and compassion. Are you one of them? If so, apply today!

Why Join the Elara Caring mission?

• Work in a collaborative environment.
• Be rewarded with a unique opportunity to make a difference
• Competitive compensation package
• Tuition reimbursement for full-time staff and continuing education opportunities for all employees at no cost
• Opportunities for advancement
• Comprehensive insurance plans for medical, dental, and vision benefits
• 401(K) with employer match
• Paid time off, paid holidays, family, and pet bereavement

As a Social Worker, you’ll contribute to our success in the following ways:

• Ensures that all activities are performed aligned with the vision of Elara Caring’s board of directors, executive team, and the leadership of the Home Health team.
• Manage and navigate Medicaid and Medicare benefits and eligibility for clients.
• Understand and work with different HUSKY plan options and requirements.
• Collaborate with client case managers, conservators, and other care team members regarding benefits and coverage.
• Partner with Department of Social Services (DSS) and navigate state systems to resolve client benefit issues.
• Manage the Medicaid renewal process, including required documentation and follow-up.
• Assist clients with accessing and maintaining other state benefits and resources.
• Identify gaps or interruptions in coverage and work toward reinstatement of Medicaid/Medicare benefits.
• Maintain accurate documentation and follow up with appropriate agencies and stakeholders to ensure benefits remain active.

What is Required?

• Degree of Social Work from a school of Social Work accredited by the Council of Social Work Education
• 1+ year of social work experience in a Healthcare Setting.
• Current State License as a Social Worker (preferred)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to frequently lift, push, pull, and support up to 50 pounds, including positioning or transferring patients and moving equipment
• Must possess a valid driver's license, maintain an acceptable driving record, OR have reliable transportation to travel between patient homes and assigned work locations.  

You will report to the Clinical Team Manager.

Equal Employment Opportunity: We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and comply with state and federal affirmative action requirements. Individuals are recruited, hired, assigned and promoted without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at .

Pay & Benefit Information: Compensation for this role will be determined based on a variety of factors, including qualifications, skills, competencies, and relevant experience. Elara offers a broad range of benefits. Learn more at Elara Caring participates in E-Verify after a job offer is accepted and Form I-9 completed.

Elara Caring Job ID #JR-137590. Posted job title: Social Worker Insurance Specialist