Bilingual Customer Service Representative (Cantonese) - Maximus Services, LLC

If you're looking for more than a job and want to grow in the healthcare industry, then this is the position for you. We're hiring Bilingual (Cantonese) Customer Service Representatives for our Call Center in New York, NY. We are looking for individuals who are passionate about helping their community, interested in learning, and taking part in public health services and is growth oriented. These are positions with growth opportunity in a supportive work environment. If you thrive in an independent position where you can make a positive impact on the lives of others, then this is the place for you!

*Please note this position is located on site in our New York City office (77 Water Street, New York, NY). This is not a remote position.

Maximus has partnered with the New York State Department of Health to establish the New York Independent Assessor Program (NYIAP) for New York State Medicaid consumers who want to receive personal care services or community-based long-term services and supports. NYIAP Nurse Assessors conduct conflict-free assessments of these individuals using the Community Health Assessment tool to determine whether they qualify for these services. Independent Practitioners Physicians, Nurse Practitioners, and Physician Assistants conduct clinical appointments to determine if the individual is medically stable to receive services in the community. The information collected from the assessment and clinical appointment is used by local Departments of Social Services, Medicaid Managed Care Organizations, and Managed Long Term Care plans to develop the individual's plan of care and make determinations regarding the services the individual may receive.

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.
- Track and document all inquiries using the applicable systems.
- Complete associated tasks according to the established guidelines.
- Track and document all inquiries using the applicable systems.
- Meet Quality Assurance (QA) and other key performance metrics.
- Facilitate the fulfillment of caller requests for materials via mail, email, or download.
- Transfer/refer consumers to appropriate entities according to the established guidelines.
- Escalate calls or issues to the appropriate designated staff for resolution as needed.
- Facilitate translation services for non-English speaking callers according to procedures.
- Attend meetings and trainings as requested and maintain up-to-date knowledge of all programs and systems.

-Respond to enrollment service calls
-Provide responses to inquiries and mails information in response to request
-Refer callers in the event of problems or concerns
-Educate clients on managed care
-Assess client's health care needs and assists clients in choosing a health plan

Minimum Requirements

Minimum Requirements:
- High school diploma or GED required and 0-6 months of relevant professional experience required, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Must be fluent in English and specified secondary language.

-Prior work experience in customer service, data entry and/or processing
-Effective communication skills and ability to follow directions
-Ability to interact courteously and effectively with a variety of people
-Ability to handle pressure and perform multiple tasks
-Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications as Excel, Power Point, and Word
-Must read, write, and speak Cantonese in addition to English

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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.