Experienced Special Needs Customer Advisor – National Remote

At arenaflex, we're simplifying the healthcare experience, creating healthier communities, and removing barriers to quality care. The work you do here impacts the lives of millions of people for the better. Come build the healthcare system of tomorrow, making it more responsive, affordable, and equitable. Ready to make a difference? Join us and start doing your life's best work.

About arenaflex

arenaflex is a leading healthcare organization dedicated to providing innovative solutions that improve the lives of our members. We're committed to creating a healthier world, one community at a time. Our team of passionate professionals is driven by a shared vision of making healthcare more accessible, affordable, and equitable for all.

Job Summary

We're seeking an experienced Special Needs Customer Advisor to join our team of highly skilled professionals. As a Special Needs Customer Advisor, you'll have the opportunity to deliver an extraordinary experience to family members who need an ally. You'll be empowered to fast-track resolutions and serve as an ongoing resource to provide guidance and community resources during key transition times throughout the family's journey.

Primary Responsibilities

* Provide holistic family support to members who may have special needs themselves or may be caring for children or family members with special needs, owning end-to-end resolution of issues.

• Serve as an ongoing, point of contact for members, primarily via the phone channel (may also use email, chat, text), delivering compassionate support to members, creating a memorable, positive experience.
• Create and build ongoing relationships with others, including both members and teammates.
• Make decisions independently and solve problems creatively and completely using sound judgment and critical thinking.
• Consistently follow through on commitments and frame realistic expectations for members.
• Plan, prioritize, organize, and complete work to meet established objectives for our families.
• Responsible for managing project time to ensure follow-up and outreach work is completed in a timely manner.
• Families served include a range of low, moderate, and high needs as determined by clinical needs, financial impacts, and/or level of escalation.
• Process includes outreach calls to initiate contact with members referred by executives and partners.
• Responsible for maintaining accurate family counts on our documentation platform.
• Focus on teamwork and fostering a strong team environment through activities, including mentoring and acting as a resource for colleagues.
• Anticipate member needs and proactively seek out external and internal resources or partners where appropriate to add unexpected value for the member.
• Determine appropriate referrals to other programs/services as needed with or without technology guidance.
• Responsible for providing high-quality member experience as reflected in post-contact surveys and member feedback.

Essential Qualifications

* High School Diploma / GED or equivalent work experience

• 1+ years of experience helping, resolving, or advocating on behalf of members or customers
• Experience using a computer and Microsoft Office, including Microsoft Word (create correspondence and work within templates), Microsoft Excel (ability to sort, filter, and create simple spreadsheets), and Microsoft Outlook (email and calendar management)
• Ability to work 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, from 9:45am – 6:15pm CST, within our Family Engagement Center. It may be necessary, given the business need, to work occasional overtime.
• Must be 18 years of age or older

Preferred Qualifications

* 1+ years of A4Me or 3+ months of Quick Assist experience

• Claims processing experience
• Experience providing care for children with special needs
• Experience within a member-focused healthcare environment
• Experience within a service delivery capacity (examples include, but are not limited to: social services, caregivers, hospitality, social work, sales, non-profit agencies)

Telecommuting Requirements

* Ability to keep all company-sensitive documents secure (if applicable)

• Required to have a dedicated work area established that is separated from other living areas and provides information privacy.
• Must live in a location that can receive a UnitedHealth Group-approved high-speed internet connection or leverage an existing high-speed internet service.

Compensation and Benefits

* California, Colorado, Connecticut, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Washington, or Rhode Island residents: The hourly range for California / Colorado / Connecticut / Nevada / New York / New Jersey / Washington / Rhode Island residents is $18.80 - $36.78 per hour. Pay is based on several factors, including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, etc.

• In addition to your salary, arenaflex offers benefits such as a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase, and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements).

Work Environment and Company Culture

* arenaflex is a dynamic and inclusive organization that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. We're committed to creating a work environment that's supportive, collaborative, and empowering.

• Our team is passionate about making a difference in the lives of our members and communities. We're driven by a shared vision of creating a healthier world, one community at a time.

Career Growth Opportunities and Learning Benefits

* arenaflex is committed to the growth and development of our employees. We offer a range of training and development opportunities, including mentorship programs, coaching, and leadership development.

• Our team is passionate about learning and growth, and we're committed to creating a culture that supports and encourages professional development.

How to Apply

If you're passionate about making a difference in the lives of our members and communities, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Please submit your application, including your resume and a cover letter, to [insert contact information]. We can't wait to hear from you!

Equal Employment Opportunity

arenaflex is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Drug-Free Workplace

arenaflex is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

Join Our Team

At arenaflex, we're passionate about making a difference in the lives of our members and communities. We're committed to creating a healthier world, one community at a time. Join our team and start doing your life's best work. Apply for this job