Job description

Purpose of Position:

To provide eligibility and enrollment assistance for the Medicaid, CHIP, and Federal Marketplace health insurance programs to uninsured patients of the health center and community residents. The Outreach and Enrollment Assistant will conduct in-reach, outreach and education activities to existing health center patients and non-health center patients about affordable insurance options and help them enroll. Required to complete up to 7 hours of federal training to obtain Certified Application Counselor (CAC) certification and up to 4 hours of state training to obtain Your Texas Benefits Navigator certification. The CAC certification must be renewed annually.

Knowledge and Skills:

Strong oral and written communication skills.

Ability to work effectively and professionally in a fast-paced environment.

Knowledge of and ability to work and engage with the uninsured, under-served and under-represented populations.

Must have intermediate computer skills and be able to type at least 40 wpm.

Spanish and English bilingual preferred.

Education and Experience:

Must have at least two years’ experience in Public Health, Outreach, Social Work or related field. Working knowledge of the Texas Medicaid Program, CHIP, and the public assistance benefit application is preferred. Degree in Social Work, Public Health, Public Administration, or similar field from an accredited college or university preferred.

- Must be willing to travel between sites.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $11.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

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