Home Visitor Facilitated Enroller

Company Overview: Health disparities among New Yorkers are large, persistent and increasing. Public Health Solutions (PHS) exists to change that trajectory and support vulnerable New York City families in achieving optimal health and building pathways to reach their potential. As the largest public health nonprofit serving New York City, we improve health outcomes and help communities thrive by providing services directly to vulnerable low-income families, supporting community-based organizations through our long-standing public-private partnerships, and bridging the gap between healthcare and community services. We focus on a wide range of public health issues including food and nutrition, health insurance, maternal and child health, sexual and reproductive health, tobacco control, and HIV/AIDS. To learn more about our work, please visit healthsolutions.org.Program Description: PHS’ Community Health and Nutrition Access Program helps New York residents obtain free or low-cost health insurance coverage, apply for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP, also known as Food Stamps), and through our WIC program, provides nutrition education sessions led by WIC nutritionists on healthy eating and physical activity, breastfeeding support, and eWIC cards to purchase nutritious foods. Our staff members are culturally and linguistically competent and identify with the communities they serve. They help clients navigate through what can be a complicated and confusing application process, step by step. Each year, we help over 22,000 people apply for or renew free or low-cost health insurance coverage, 14,000 people to apply for SNAP, and 35,000 eligible pregnant and nursing women and children up to five years of age to enroll in the New York State WIC (Women Infants and Children) Program.Position Summary: Under the general supervision of the ABD Sr. Program Manager and Director of Health Insurance Enrollment, Home Visitor Facilitated Enrollers will engage the aged, blind, and disabled (ABD) populations through home visits, outreach, and at community-based sites. This role will engage the ABD populations who are homebound and assist clients with the application process for public health insurance through home visits 5 days a week (including weekends per request) across the 5 NYC boroughs. Home Visitor Facilitated Enrollers will educate consumers about insurance options, benefits, length and terms of coverage and application process as well as about managed care, health plans, and primary/preventive care. They will also provide guidance to consumers on required documentation and assist consumers with health insurance applications.Duties and Responsibilities: Educate consumers on the ABD Medicaid program and related programs that may be available to them under HRA/LDSS office. Conduct home visits to assist consumers in completing the Medicaid application/ re-certification application by collecting applicable documents needed and by entering appropriate data onto the electronic Medicaid application.Prepare home visiting schedules, manage appointment requests and ensure timely appointments for home visiting appointment requests.Assist with the appropriate health insurance enrollment applications for NYSOH for anyone 64 and under such as Child Health Plus, Qualified Health Plans (QHPs) and Essential Health Plan (EP).Accurately complete and submit applications through NYSOH and Bluemark approved systems if Certified as In Person Assistor / Navigator.Accurately complete and submit application for Aged, Blind and Disabled population thought State approved EDITS system.Provide bilingual assistance to clients when needed. Outreach and promote the ABD program to consumers and NYC Community Based Organizations and agencies through canvassing, tabling, and presentations throughout NYC. Attend all mandatory trainings related to the FE-ABD program.Perform any other duties that are relevant in achieving the goals of PHS. Assist Managers and Senior Staff on special projects, as needed.Travel throughout all 5 NYC boroughs is required.Qualifications: Associates degree or equivalent required. Must be fluent in a second language (verbal & written) Spanish, or American Sign Language.At least 2 years of experience working in a similar, client-based position (preferred).Experience working with seniors and individuals with a disability or vision impairment (preferred).Ability to work flexible hours, including evening and weekend hours as needed.Proficient in Microsoft Office. Dedicated to helping improve the lives of disenfranchised and marginalized communities. Must be organized, detail oriented, and able to work independently. Excellent team player with the ability to work collaboratively both internally and externally and engage in consensus-based decision making. Experience working with Medicaid (preferred).Ability to lift and carry 20 lbs.Ability to travel within the 5 NYC boroughsSalary - $49,900 - $49,900 Benefits:Hybrid Work Schedule.Generous Paid Time Off and HolidaysAn attractive and comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental and Vision.Flexible Spending Accounts and Commuter Benefits.Company Paid Life Insurance and Disability Coverage.403(b) employer matching and discretionary company contributions.College Savings Plan.Ongoing trainings and continuous opportunities for professional growth and development.At PHS, we place immense value on diversity within our teams, understanding that varied backgrounds and experiences significantly enhance our community and propel us toward our goals. If you find you don’t have experience in all the areas listed above, we still encourage you to apply and share your background and experiences in your application. We are eager to discover how your unique perspective can bring positive transformations to our team and help advance our mission of creating healthier, more equitable communities. We look forward to learning more about you! PHS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from women, people of color, persons with disabilities, LGBTQIA individuals, and veterans.

Salary : $49,000 - $49,900