Customer Service Advocate I

Description

Logistics: CGS - One of BlueCross BlueShield's South Carolina subsidiary companies.
Location: Full-time (40 hours/week) Monday-Friday. On-site at 26 Century Blvd ST610 Nashville, TN 37214. Work hours are from 7:30am-4pm CST for six weeks, normal work hours are from 8:30-5pm CST.

What You’ll Do

• Ensure effective customer relations by responding accurately, timely and courteously to telephone, written, web, or walk-in inquiries.
• Accurately documents inquiries.
• Initiates or processes adjustments or performs other research as needed to resolve inquiries.
• Coincides with other departments to resolve problems.
• Responds to, researches and/or assists with priority inquiries and special projects as required by management.
• Provides feedback to management regarding customer problems, questions and needs.
• Maintains accurate records on complaints and/or other customer comments and makes recommendations for changes to management.
• Follows through on complaints until resolved or reports to management as needed.
• Maintains all departmental productivity, quality, and timeliness standards.
• Identifies and promptly reports and/or refers suspected fraudulent activities and system errors to the appropriate departments.

To Qualify For This Position, You'll Need The Following Required Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Required Skills and Abilities

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong human relations and organizational skills.
• Ability to handle high stress situations.
• Good judgment skills.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Ability to learn and operate multiple computer systems effectively and efficiently.

Preferred Education

Associate Degree

Preferred Work Experience

2 years-of customer service or call center experience

Preferred Software and Other Tools

• Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database software.

Our Comprehensive Benefits Package Includes The Following

• Subsidized health plans, dental and vision coverage
• 401k retirement savings plan with company match
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• On-site cafeterias and fitness centers in major locations
• Education Assistance
• National discounts to movies, theaters, zoos, theme parks and more

What To Expect Next

After submitting your application, our recruiting team members will review your resume to ensure you meet the qualifications. This may include a brief telephone interview or email communication with our recruiter to verify resume specifics and salary requirements.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina and our subsidiary companies maintain a continuing policy of nondiscrimination in employment to promote employment opportunities for persons regardless of age, race, color, national origin, sex, religion, veteran status, disability, weight, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other legally protected status. Additionally, as a federal contractor, the company maintains affirmative action programs to promote employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. It is our policy to provide equal opportunities in all phases of the employment process and to comply with applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations. We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities, pregnant individuals, individuals with pregnancy-related conditions, and individuals needing accommodations for sincerely held religious beliefs, provided that those accommodations do not impose an undue hardship on the Company. If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please email mycareer.help@bcbssc.com or call 800-288-2227, ext. 47480 with the nature of your request. We will make a determination regarding your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis. We participate in E-Verify and comply with the Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Here's more information. Some states have required notifications. Here's more information.