Health disparities among New Yorkers are large, persistent and increasing. Public Health Solutions (PHS) exists to change that trajectory and support vulnerable New York City families in achieving optimal health and building pathways to reach their potential. As the largest public health nonprofit serving New York City, we improve health outcomes and help communities thrive by providing services directly to vulnerable low-income families, supporting community-based organizations through our long-standing public-private partnerships, and bridging the gap between healthcare and community services. We focus on a wide range of public health issues including food and nutrition, health insurance, maternal and child health, sexual and reproductive health, tobacco control, and HIV/AIDS. To learn more about our work, please visit healthsolutions.org.
Program Description:
PHS’ Community Health and Nutrition Access Program helps New York residents obtain free or low-cost health insurance coverage, apply for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP, also known as Food Stamps), and through our WIC program, provides nutrition education sessions led by WIC nutritionists on healthy eating and physical activity, breastfeeding support, and eWIC cards to purchase nutritious foods. Our staff members are culturally and linguistically competent and identify with the communities they serve. They help clients navigate through what can be a complicated and confusing application process, step by step. Each year, we help over 22,000 people apply for or renew free or low-cost health insurance coverage, 14,000 people to apply for SNAP, and 35,000 eligible pregnant and nursing women and children up to five years of age to enroll in the New York State WIC (Women Infants and Children) Program.
Position Summary:
Under the general supervision of the Sr. ABD Program Manager and Director of Health Insurance Enrollment, Facilitated Enrollers (FEs) will work with clients at prioritized community-based sites serving the aged, blind, and disabled (ABD) populations. When assigned to certain worksites (including hospitals), employees may be asked to meet health and immunization requirements set by the host facility, which may include proof of a current tetanus vaccination, subject to applicable exemptions and accommodations. This role will encompass assisting clients with the application process for public health insurance and educate consumers about insurance options, benefits, length and terms of coverage and application process as well as about managed care, health plans, and primary/preventive care. FEs will provide guidance to consumers on required documentation and assist consumers with health insurance applications.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Educate consumers on the ABD program and different medical assistance programs that
- may be available to them under HRA/LDSS office.
- Assist consumers in completing the medical assistance application/ re-certification
- application by collecting applicable documents needed and by entering appropriate data
- onto the electronic medical assistance application.
- Outreaching and Promoting the ABD program to NYC Community Based Organizations
- and agencies by canvassing and tabling throughout NYC.
- Assist with the appropriate health insurance enrollment applications for NYSOH for anyone
- 64 and under such as Child Health Plus, Qualified Health Plans (QHPs) and Essential
- Health Plan (EP).
- • Accurately complete and submit applications through NYSOH and Bluemark approved
- systems if Certified as In Person Assistor / Navigator.
- • Provide bilingual assistance to clients when needed.
- • Accurately complete and submit application for Aged, Blind and Disabled population
- thought State approved EDITS system
- • Attend all mandatory trainings related to the FE-ABD program.
- • Perform any other duties that are relevant in achieving the goals of PHS.
- • Assist Managers and Senior Staff on special projects, as needed
- • Travel throughout all 5 NYC boroughs is required.
- • Conduct weekly outreach in her/his respective area
- • Conduct home visits as required.
- • Mainly to be in Brooklyn and Queens Neighborhoods
Qualifications:
- High school diploma/GED; Associates degree preferred
- Must be fluent in a second language (verbal & written): Spanish required.
- At least 2 years of experience working in a similar, client-based position (preferred).
- Proficient in Microsoft Office.
- Dedicated to helping improve the lives of disenfranchised and marginalized communities.
- Must be organized, detail oriented, and able to work independently.
- Excellent team player with the ability to work collaboratively both internally and externally and engage in consensus-based decision making.
- Experience working with Medicaid (preferred).
- Ability to lift and carry 20 lbs.
- Ability to travel within the 5 NYC boroughs
- Salary: $45,000.00- $47,000.00
Benefits:
- Hybrid Work Schedule.
- Generous Paid Time Off and Holidays.
- An attractive and comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental and Vision.
- Flexible Spending Accounts and Commuter Benefits.
- Company Paid Life Insurance and Disability Coverage.
- 403 (b) + employer matching and discretionary company contributions.
- College Savings Plan.
- Ongoing trainings and continuous opportunities for professional growth and development.
At PHS, we place immense value on diversity within our teams, understanding that varied backgrounds and experiences significantly enhance our community and propel us toward our goals. If you find you don’t have experience in all the areas listed above, we still encourage you to apply and share your background and experiences in your application. We are eager to discover how your unique perspective can bring positive transformations to our team and help advance our mission of creating healthier, more equitable communities. We look forward to learning more about you!
PHS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from women, people of color, persons with disabilities, lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender individuals, and veterans.
Monday -Friday 9am-5pm
Skills Required
- High school diploma or GED
- Associate degree
- Fluent in Spanish (verbal and written)
- At least 2 years client-based experience
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Experience working with Medicaid
- Ability to lift and carry 20 lbs
- Ability to travel within all 5 NYC boroughs and conduct outreach/home visits
- Organized, detail oriented, able to work independently and as part of a team
- Certification as In-Person Assistor / Navigator (if submitting via Bluemark/NYSOH)
What We Do
Public Health Solutions (PHS) is the largest public health nonprofit serving New York City. For over 60 years, PHS has improved health outcomes and helped families thrive by providing services directly to the city’s most vulnerable populations, publishing groundbreaking research that moves public health policy and practice forward, and supporting over 200 community-based organizations through our long-standing government partnerships. We are a leader in addressing crucial public health issues, including food and nutrition, health insurance access, maternal and child health, reproductive health, tobacco control, and HIV/AIDS prevention. PHS has a strong focus on health equity to ensure NYC families have the basics for a healthier life. For more information, visit healthsolutions.org.
