Customer Service Representative II - Kingston, NY

Description & Requirements

Maximus is currently looking for Customer Service Representative II 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 position you will maintain an active Certified Application Counselor (CAC) certification and assist with special projects, administrative tasks, and new hire training.

This is an on-site position located in , Kingston, NY.

Why Maximus?

Starting pay: $18.00 hourly

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 401K 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.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

* Engage in outreach activities (phone calls, home visits, and community presentations) according to project protocols.

* Deliver individual and group outreach presentations to recipients and community members.

* Educate recipients about program offerings and enrollment options.

* Introduce managed care choices to recipients and aid in navigating health care and dental plans.

* Cultivate positive relationships with county staff, state agencies, community groups, and recipients.

* Input data directly into specified internal automated systems following project policies.

* Develop and sustain familiarity with the community, actively participating in local events, health fairs, and related activities as required.

* Support fellow team members in managing and completing daily tasks.

* Conduct face-to-face and/or virtual (telephonic) outreach and enrollment services, including education on managed care options and public health programs to clients at LDSS/HRA offices

* Assist clients with the enrollment/transfer/disenrollment process

* 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

* Manual Notices

* Conduct shadowing / training activities with new hires

* Works in assigned special projects

* Maintain Certified Application Counselor CAC active certification

* Conduct Certified Application Counselor (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 for this position

* Perform other duties as assigned by Management

Minimum Requirements

* High school diploma or GED required and 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 (Excel, Word and Outlook)

Preferred Requirements

* Some college or college degree

* Experience with New York Medicaid

* 2+ years of experience in customer service or related position

* Follows established guidelines and directions while maintaining a proactive approach to meeting objectives and deadlines.

* Effectively manages multiple tasks and priorities under pressure, ensuring high-quality outcomes in a fast-paced environment.

Home Office Requirements

* Candidates must have their own laptop/computer equipment with Windows 10 Operating System or above.

* Reliable high-speed internet service

* Minimum 20 Mpbs download speeds/50 Mpbs for shared internet connectivity

* Minimum 5 Mpbs upload speeds

Maximus Required Computer Operating System

* Windows
10 or MacOS Catalina (10.15), MacOS Big Sur (11), MacOS (up to 12.5) or newer.

* For HP Users, Maximus requires removal of SMode

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