Representative Payee Specialist

At Unity House, we're dedicated to supporting people with disabilities and empowering employees with meaningful work. You'll help individuals learn, grow, and thrive while receiving strong support in return.

About the role

Unity House empowers and enriches the lives of people in recovery, coping with mental illness, and/or diagnosed with developmental disabilities by offering services and supports in an inclusive, people-centered environment.

Values

• Honesty
• Integrity
• Respect

Benefits

• Full-time benefits (health insurance and more) for employees working 30+ hours per week
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401k contributions matched up to 3.5%
• Free comprehensive wellness and employee assistance programs
• Early payday and direct deposit options
• Tuition reimbursement, free training, and promotion opportunities

Requirements

• Associate’s Degree in Accounting, Business, or related field
• Two years’ experience in accounting, finance, financial case management, receivables, or related field
• Knowledge of accounting principles and practices
• Intermediate math ability
• Proficiency with computerized accounting software and Microsoft Excel; overall computer competency
• Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Government/SSA benefit knowledge, including representative payee rules and regulations (preferred)
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and self-direction
• Ability to work in a changing environment, flexibility, sound judgment, and analytical problem-solving skills
• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and security of Protected Health Information (PHI), Personally Identifiable Information (PII), and financial data in compliance with HIPAA, NY SHIELD Act, SSA representative payee requirements, and organizational policies
• Ability to relate to and accept individuals with disabilities
• Valid NYS Driver’s License in accordance with organization policies; ability to travel