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About the Role
About You
- Bachelor's degree in social work, education, psychology, counseling, disability studies or related field.
- Current Certified Work Incentives Practitioner (C-WIP), Community Work Incentives Counselor (CWIC) or Community Partner Work Incentives Counselor (CPWIC).
- In-depth knowledge of Social Security laws, regulations, and procedures.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial information.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- In lieu of a bachelor's degree, an associate degree with five years of professional experience providing employment services and working directly with Social Security benefits administration.
- Proficiency in relevant software applications, such as Microsoft Excel and Social Security Administration online tools.
- Detail-oriented and self-motivated.
Benefits
- Opportunities for professional development and continuing education.
- Collaborative and supportive work environment with a focus on work-life balance.
- Longevity bonus.
TLC's mission is to improve lives and expand possibilities for individuals with special needs through diagnostic, therapeutic, educational and employment programs. Today, TLC serves more than 2,200 individuals in our community each year through the following programs: • The Katherine Thomas School— Private day school for students in pre-school through 12th grade with language and learning disabilities and/or high functioning autism. • Testing and Tutoring Service — Psychological and educational testing, tutoring, and counseling for students with learning and emotional difficulties. • Outcomes Service — Career assessments, employee development services, community employment services, transitioning youth services for individuals with developmental disabilities. • Outpatient Services —Speech and occupational therapy for children with a wide range of special needs including autism spectrum disorders. • The Family Hearing Center— Audiology clinic providing hearing evaluations, hearing aid fittings and related counseling for the entire family. The Commission on the Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) accredits TLC’s Outcomes Service, and TLC’s Katherine Thomas School is licensed by the Maryland State Department of Education.