MAXIMUS Hiring for Buffalo NY Customer Service Representative at Remote Full Time

Essential Job Duties (Text Only): The Customer Service Representative is responsible for answering inquiries from Marketplace individual consumers including but not limited to general information as well as assisting individuals and families in applying for health care coverage through the Marketplace. Pay and Benefits: – $16.00 Per Hour – $16.50 Per Hour (Bilingual Spanish) – $1,000 Sign On Bonus – Quarterly Bonus Opportunity up to 5% of your Quarterly earnings – Paid training and benefits (including PTO) – A variety of weekday and weekend shifts that meet lifestyle and family goals – Supportive work environment – Many opportunities for promotion and career advancement – No cold calling, sales or collection calls! Job Description Summary WD USA:

 Job Summary:
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Answer incoming calls from consumers including the general public, prospective enrollees and people assisting enrollees or acting on their behalf in accordance with all performance standards, policy and procedures, and protocols including but not limited to the confidentiality and privacy policies.
• Respond effectively to all forms of inbound and outbound contacts.
• Track and document all inquiries using the applicable systems.
• Process new applications for health care coverage via the telephone including building tax household, household income, eligibility determinations, interpreting determinations made by the Marketplace, and enrollment into health plans. Transfer/refer consumers to appropriate entities according to the established guidelines.
• Process life event changes, demographic updates, disenrollment requests, and special enrollment periods as requested.
• Facilitate the fulfillment of caller requests for materials via mail, email, or download.
• Facilitate translation services for non-English speaking callers according to procedures.
• Escalate calls or issues to the appropriate designated staff for resolution as needed.
• Attend meetings and trainings as requested and maintain up-to-date knowledge of all programs and systems.

Minimum Requirements:

• High School diploma or equivalent with 6 months- 2 years of experience.

Education and Experience Requirements:
Requirements:
0 to 1 years of experience

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Strong data entry and telephone skills

Excellent organizational, interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills

Ability to perform comfortably in a fast-paced work environment

Ability to successfully execute many complex tasks simultaneously

Ability to work as a team member, as well as independently

Previous experience with computers, phone systems, and headsets preferred

Previous experience in customer service preferred

Project/Position Introduction (MAX 500 Characters): Since 1975, Maximus has operated under its founding mission of Helping Government Serve the People, enabling citizens around the globe to successfully engage with their governments at all levels and across a variety of health and human services programs. Maximus delivers innovative business process management and technology solutions that contribute to improved outcomes for citizens and higher levels of productivity, accuracy, accountability and efficiency of government-sponsored programs. With more than 30,000 employees worldwide, Maximus is a proud partner to government agencies in the United States, Australia, Canada, Saudi Arabia, Singapore and the United Kingdom. For more information, visit https://www.maximus.com. EEO Statement: EEO Statement: Active military service members, their spouses, and veteran candidates often embody the core competencies Maximus deems essential, and bring a resiliency and dependability that greatly enhances our workforce. We recognize your unique skills and experiences, and want to provide you with a career path that allows you to continue making a difference for our country. We’re proud of our connections to organizations dedicated to serving veterans and their families. If you are transitioning from military to civilian life, have prior service, are a retired veteran or a member of the National Guard or Reserves, or a spouse of an active military service member, we have challenging and rewarding career opportunities available for you. A committed and diverse workforce is our most important resource. Maximus is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Maximus provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disabled status.