Pros
Pay is one of the highest in our field. The company is always looking for the most affordable health coverage for its employees and family. I love that even if I don't include my husband and child on my medical insurance, I can still cover them on dental, vision, and life insurance. There is a great teamwork and support within our office. If someone isn't sure about a process, there is always someone in the office who is able to assist. Getting to work with some amazing families while providing autonomy and advocacy and putting services in place for one of the most vulnerable demographics is extremely rewarding. Working remotely is also a HUGE perk which allows for great flexibility in our schedules.
Cons
There is a LOT of paperwork with deadlines so to do this job an individual must be very discipled, organized, and have great time management skills. It seems that annually the state (DMH) is changing the forms that we use for various reports and requests. Not always begin able to fulfill the need of your consumer or family due to a lack of resources or eligibility.