Outreach Worker/Enroller
Charles B. Wang Community Health Center · New York, NY · 1 mo ago
AdministrativeFull-time
Responsibilities
- Work closely with Community Outreach Coordinator to effectively implement the Consumer Assistance for the ABD Program outreach activities.
- Establish contacts with community groups to reach uninsured and underinsured populations.
- Connect with organizations that serve the Aged, Blind & Disabled population to raise community awareness of the Program and Medicaid enrollment services.
- Plan, schedule, and conduct outreach (e.g., street outreach, community events, presentations at senior centers) to educate prospective applicants on health insurance options.
- Identify, educate, and enroll qualified Aged, Blind & Disabled individuals into the relevant Medicaid program, including Medicare eligibility assessments.
- Ensure applications are accurately completed and submitted by deadline dates.
- Attend internal and external trainings and meetings.
- Understand overall eligibility requirements for government‑sponsored health insurance programs.
- Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of government‑sponsored health insurance program updates or changes.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
- Associate degree required; bachelor’s degree preferred.
- At least one year of health insurance enrollment and outreach work experience.
- Bilingual proficiency in Chinese, Korean, Spanish, and/or Bengali.
- Skills in developing business contacts and collaborative professional relationships (preferred).
- Computer proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Strong attention to detail.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Employer‑paid dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
- 403(b) retirement savings plan
- Flexible spending accounts for transit, parking, health, and dependent care
- Paid time off (28 days for the first year of employment)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee discount programs
- Tuition reimbursement for eligible employees
- Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program