Customer Service Representative - Peekskill, NY

Description & Requirements

Maximus is currently hiring for a Customer Service Representative position.

This position provides face-to-face and virtual/telephonic enrollment and outreach services to New York Medicaid recipients.

This is an onsite position and works in a LDSS/HRA office in the Peekskill, NY.

The Customer Service Representative may also be deployed to work from home as determined by management and business needs.

Why Maximus?

• Starting pay: $17.00/ Hour

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:

- Foster strong customer relationships, monitoring their 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 their 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 appointment...