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Job Title: Outreach Benefits Specialist

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Outreach Benefits Specialist to join our team. This role involves participating in training and certification activities, independently scheduling and conducting enrollment assistance, and providing support to individuals as they navigate the outreach benefits self-service portal. The ideal candidate will track the status of pending applications, submit documentation for manual ID verification, and provide information and services in a fair, accurate, and culturally appropriate manner.

Responsibilities

• Participate in training and certification activities to gain an understanding of all facets of outreach benefits.

• Independently schedule and conduct enrollment assistance at designated locations.

• Provide assistance to individuals as they enroll or enter information into the outreach benefits self-service portal.

• Track the status of pending applications and upload customer documents.

• Submit documentation for Manual ID Verification for customers unable to verify their identity through Experian.

• Provide information and services in a fair, accurate, and impartial manner.

• Provide information in a manner that is culturally and linguistically appropriate to the needs of the population being served, including individuals with limited English proficiency, using available tools such as fact sheets and Language Line.

• Respond to customer inquiries by confirming understanding of each inquiry; gathering and researching information; assembling and providing information; and verifying the customer understands the information and answer.

• Generate and submit weekly reports of required data, including but not limited to, numbers of applications, enrollments, and renewals, demographics of persons served, hours worked on-site and for enrollment assistance, numbers and types of referrals sent and received, number of appointments, and individuals assisted.

Essential Skills

• Experience in social service, social work, human service, and community outreach.

• Proficiency in computer skills, including data entry and Microsoft Office.

• Strong planning and organizational skills.

• Customer service expertise.

• Ability to facilitate enrollment in Qualified Health Plans (QHP), insurance affordability programs, and other public service assistance programs.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Knowledge of community resources.

• Understanding of the Affordable Care Act.

• Skill in the preparation of detailed reports and plans.

• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.

• Ability to present information to various populations in an appropriate manner.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, clients, family members, and professional staff.

• Ability to prioritize work, meet deadlines, schedule and keep appointments.

• Ability to keep accurate records.

• Ability to maintain composure under stressful situations.

• Ability to work independently.

Work Environment

This position involves working at designated locations within the KIPDA region. The role requires the use of computers and applicable applications. The work environment is dynamic, requiring strong interpersonal and customer service skills. The position offers 8.5 paid holidays and 5 days of PTO, or 1 day of PTO earned for every 30 days worked, totaling up to 5 days.

Benefits

 Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision

Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital

401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available

Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

About Aston Carter:

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Aston Carter, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent

• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection

• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes

• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com (%20astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.