Customer Service Representative - East End

Maximus

Customer Service Representative - East End New York, NY

Company: Maximus
Location: New York, NY
Employment Type: Full Time
Date Posted: 02/21/2026
Job Categories: Consulting Services, Customer Service and Call Center, Government and Policy

Maximus is currently looking for a Customer Service Representative to join our growing team. This position is responsible for providing face‑to‑face and telephonic enrollment and outreach services to New York Medicaid recipients. In this role you will maintain an active Certified Application Counselor (CAC) certification and assist with special projects, administrative tasks, and new hire training. This position is Onsite in an LDSS/HRA office located in New York, NY.

• Work/Life Balance Support – Flexibility tailored to your needs!
• Competitive Compensation – Bonuses based on performance included!
• Comprehensive Insurance Coverage – Choose from various plans, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription, and partially funded HSA. Additionally, enjoy Life insurance benefits and discounts on Auto, Home, Renter's, and Pet insurance.
• Future Planning – Prepare for retirement with our 401(k) Retirement Savings plan and Company Matching.
• Paid Time Off Package – Enjoy PTO, Holidays, and extended sick leave, along with Short and Long Term Disability coverage.
• Holistic Wellness Support – Access resources for physical, emotional, and financial wellness through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Recognition Platform – Acknowledge and appreciate outstanding employee contributions.
• Tuition Reimbursement – Invest in your ongoing education and development.
• Employee Perks and Discounts – Additional benefits and discounts exclusively for employees.
• Maximus Wellness Program and Resources – Access a range of wellness programs and resources tailored to your needs.
• Professional Development Opportunities – Participate in training programs, workshops, and conferences.

• Foster strong customer relationships, monitoring engagement and progress.
• Collaborate regularly with customers to attain program goals and sustain eligibility for services.
• Conduct workshops and deliver various training services to customers.
• Demonstrate substantial program knowledge, assisting customers through multiple phases of the application process from enrollment to benefit allocation.
• Aid customers in accessing services aligning with program objectives, including educational/vocational training, medical support, childcare, transportation, mental health services, legal aid, and related needs.
• Follow up with customers to ensure needs are met and address any queries or concerns.
• Collaborate with team members, providing expertise and assistance in resolving participant issues.
• Maintain accurate and timely case notes for all customer interactions and document related activities.
• Share updates on outreach and engagement efforts with project staff.
• Report identified barriers hindering customer engagement with the Provider to project staff.
• Interface and maintain professional and positive relationships with HRA/LDSS county staff and clients.
• Conduct appointments to assist CYES Program eligible consumers complete their Medicaid application.
• Assist Call Center Operations and other departments as determined by project management to meet business needs.
• Regular member of a processing unit within the Outreach department: EEU, Data Entry, and Manual Notices.
• Conduct shadowing/training activities with new hires.
• Work on assigned special projects.
• Maintain Certified Application Counselor CAC active certification.
• Perform CAC tasks in select counties.
• Maintain updated knowledge of the New York Medicaid Choice Project.
• Meet all standards established for this position as outlined in the corresponding annual performance criteria and bonus template.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Management.

• High school diploma or GED required and 0‑6 months of relevant professional experience required, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Prior work experience in customer service, data entry, and/ or data processing.
• Experience working with MS Office applications…