What are the responsibilities and job description for the Health Insurance Agent position at Homeless shelter?
Job Title: Health Insurance Broker/Agent – Community Outreach & Enrollment
About Us
We are committed to bridging the gap between vulnerable communities and essential healthcare services. We believe that everyone deserves access to quality healthcare, regardless of their circumstances. Our mission is to help individuals experiencing homelessness enroll in health insurance programs that open doors to medical care, mental health support, and a path toward stability.
Job Overview
We are seeking a compassionate, mission-driven Licensed Health Insurance Broker or Agent to join our team and play a vital role in helping the homeless population access health insurance coverage. In this role, you will conduct outreach, educate individuals on their options, and assist with enrollment in Medicaid, Medicare, and Affordable Care Act (ACA) marketplace plans.
This is an opportunity to make a real difference by using your expertise to connect underserved individuals with life-changing healthcare resources. If you are passionate about community service and believe in the power of healthcare access, we would love to have you on board.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct outreach and education efforts in shelters, community centers, and public spaces to inform individuals about available health insurance options.
- Assist homeless individuals in navigating the enrollment process for Medicaid, Medicare, and ACA marketplace plans.
- Collaborate with social workers, healthcare providers, and nonprofit organizations to ensure seamless access to coverage and care.
- Guide clients through eligibility screenings, application submissions, and follow-ups to ensure successful enrollment.
- Stay up to date on state and federal healthcare regulations to provide accurate and reliable information.
- Advocate for individuals who may face challenges in obtaining documentation or understanding their insurance options.
- Maintain records of enrollments and provide reports on outreach effectiveness.
Qualifications
- Active Health Insurance License in the state of New York (required).
- Experience in health insurance sales, brokerage, or enrollment assistance (experience working with Medicaid and ACA marketplace plans is a plus).
- Passion for helping underserved populations and a strong sense of social responsibility.
- Excellent communication, patience, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
- Ability to work independently in the field while collaborating with a larger team.
- Bilingual abilities (especially Spanish) are a plus but not required.
Why Join Us?
- Meaningful Work: Help those in need gain access to essential healthcare services.
- Flexible Schedule: Ability to work in various community settings and engage directly with individuals in need.
- Supportive Team: Work alongside dedicated professionals who are passionate about making a difference.
- Competitive Compensation Salary based structure available.
How to Apply
If you are a licensed health insurance professional looking for a role that goes beyond sales and truly impacts lives, we want to hear from you! Please submit your resume, together, we can ensure that no one is left behind when it comes to healthcare.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $100,000.00 - $200,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Supplemental Pay:
- Bonus opportunities
Work Location: In person
Salary : $100,000 - $200,000
