Social security specialist vs living specialist

Differences between social security specialist and living specialist duties and responsibilities

Social security specialist example responsibilities.

• Collaborate with partners including public and private agencies to achieve permanency for children.
• Familiarize myself with Medicare and Medicaid processes.
• Research state and federal regulations and statutes pertaining to Medicaid.
• Obtain medical information, determine proper length of paid disability and FMLA eligibility and ensure timely and accurate payments to associates.
• Ensure programs operate under HUD guidelines meeting budgetary approvals.

Living specialist example responsibilities.

• Ensure the facilities' mission are achieved by effectively supervising the mental health rehabilitative efforts of severely and chronically ill patients.
• Conduct comprehensive care assessments to determine client eligibility for Medicaid fund home health assistance.
• Provide education and vocational counseling for the individual and/or their family members and significant others to ensure healthy lifestyles and rehabilitation.
• Collaborate with community health councils and other community agencies to provide programs that enhance community awareness of health and safety.