Community Work Incentive Coordinator

We are looking for a Community Work Incentive Coordinator to support individuals with disabilities and their families by explaining benefit options and employment-related incentive programs. This is a Contract position based in Modesto, California, and it will focus on helping participants make informed decisions about work, healthcare coverage, and available public resources. The ideal candidate will combine strong case coordination skills with community outreach experience and a practical understanding of disability-related benefit programs.

Responsibilities:
• Guide individuals with disabilities and their families through federal and state work incentive programs, offering clear benefits counseling tied to employment goals.
• Meet with participants to complete intake activities, evaluate service needs, and maintain accurate case records, research notes, and supporting documentation.
• Build relationships with government offices, nonprofit partners, and community agencies that serve people with disabilities to strengthen referrals and service access.
• Lead outreach activities such as presentations, community meetings, and informational sessions to increase awareness of available work incentive and benefits planning services.
• Explain healthcare coverage considerations connected to employment, including employer-sponsored options and alternate benefit resources that may be available.
• Prepare individualized work incentive planning assistance for beneficiaries pursuing employment and connect them with appropriate employment networks when needed.
• Create and refine educational materials that improve understanding of disability benefits, employment supports, and related program participation.
• Provide training and technical guidance to community members and human service professionals while promoting an independent living approach in all communications.
• Track program results and compile quarterly reporting that highlights required deliverables, measurable outcomes, and service impact.
• Collaborate with outreach leadership and work incentive specialists to identify eligible beneficiaries and expand engagement efforts across the community.

• Associate degree required.

• At least 2 years of experience in benefits coordination, disability services, case management, or a related field.

• Working knowledge of federal, state, and local work incentive programs affecting individuals with disabilities.

• Ability to explain disability benefits, healthcare coverage options, and employment-related resources in a clear and supportive manner.

• Experience conducting outreach, public education, workshops, or community-based presentations.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and database systems used for documentation, reporting, and case tracking.

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage case files, maintain records, and complete outcome-based reports on schedule.

• Familiarity with compensation and benefits processes such as disability benefits, leave administration, or related benefit functions is preferred.

Please contact Robert Half at 209.554.0521 for immediate consideration.