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Contracted Student Intern - Patient Benefits
Commonwealth of MassachusettsUnited StatesinternshipVerifiedPosted 13 May 2026
💰 $56,000/yr
About the role
Contracted Student Intern - Patient Benefits - (260003JZ)
Description
Worcester Recovery Center and Hospital is seeking a detail-oriented student intern to join our Patient Benefits department. This internship offers a deep dive into the intersection of healthcare, social work, and law. You will work alongside our benefits and social work teams to navigate the complexities of patient advocacy, gaining rare exposure to the legal and financial structures that support patient care in a clinical setting.Please Note: This position is 40-hours per week, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm Monday through Friday. The days off will be Saturday and Sunday.Key Responsibilities- Social Work Collaboration: Partner with patient benefit staff to support the Social Work department in coordinating essential patient services and transitions.
- Legal & Advocacy Exposure: Gain firsthand insight into specialized legal areas, including Guardianship, Legal Status, and Representative Payeeship.
- Application Support: Assist staff and patients with the completion and submission of critical benefit applications.
- System Navigation: Help patients and families understand the requirements for various state and federal assistance programs.
- Reference Project: Lead the development of a Patient Reference Guide, creating a clear, user-friendly tool to help patients navigate the benefits system successfully.
- Educational Alignment: Currently pursuing a degree in Social Work, Healthcare Administration, Public Health, or a related field.
- Systems Thinking: Ability to learn and explain complex bureaucratic processes to diverse audiences.
- Confidentiality: Strict adherence to HIPAA and facility protocols regarding sensitive legal and financial records.
- Communication: Strong writing skills, specifically for creating the Reference Guide and filling out official documentation.
Preferred Qualifications
Given the population served, bilingual or multilingual fluency.
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