Entitlements Coordinator

Entitlements Coordinator at Barbara Kleiman Men’s Shelter in Brooklyn coordinates access to public benefits (including Public Assistance, SNAP, public health insurance, and Federal disability benefits). Responsibilities include determining eligibility, processing applications, following up, developing resources to facilitate timely access, maintaining case notes, escorting clients to Fair Hearings and HRA appointments, coordinating with Case Managers to schedule appointments, arranging transportation, coaching clients on maximizing benefits, providing up-to-date information on entitlements with city/state/federal programs, assisting with medical registration packets, and scheduling appointments with onsite psychiatric providers. Strong emphasis on client coaching, documentation, and collaboration with clinical staff. Requires ability to stand, sit at a computer for long periods, and use NYC transit to accompany clients as needed.