Health Insurance Advocate

Options for Community Living, Inc.•Brentwood, NY

4d•$22 - $28•Hybrid

About The Position

Options for Community Living, Inc. is committed to helping Long Island’s most vulnerable families and individuals live healthier, more stable, and productive lives. In 1982, Options was established to respond to the need for housing in the community for people with serious mental illness. Today, Options serves over 2,000 adults and children annually and manages more than 160 residential properties across Long Island. Options for Community Living, Inc. is looking for a Health Insurance Advocate to join our team!

Requirements

Must be able to read and comprehend program materials (8th Grade Reading Level or higher).
Must have adequate interpersonal skills in order to motivate and assist others.
Must be able to communicate knowledgably about the local services and systems of care.
Must be available to occasionally attend events on evenings and weekends as needs arise with adequate notice given.
Valid driver’s license, safe driving record, valid auto insurance and access to a vehicle is required.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual preferred (English/Spanish speaking).

Responsibilities

Conduct outreach and engagement efforts
Coach and encourage consumers in self-advocacy and self-management
Assist the Program Enroller in completing screening and needs assessment
Connects clients to the Program Enroller for enrollment and provides translation assistance as needed
Gather eligibility documentation needed to enroll client into affordable healthcare programs
Provide linkage and referral to supportive services if needed
Works with the Program Enroller to update and increase referral source providers for referral services
Participate in case conferences with case managers and care coordinators
Once client is enrolled in comprehensive healthcare, assist clients in ensuring they know how to use their new coverage
Assist with maintenance of charts/client files