Outreach Care Specialist - Amsterdam, NY (Part Time)

Company: Elevance Health
Location: Schenectady
Posted on: September 16, 2022

Job Description:

**Outreach Care Specialist - Amsterdam, NY (Part Time)**+ Job Family: Medical and Clinical+ Type: Part time+ Date Posted:Aug 31, 2022+ Req #: JR14279**Location:**+ NY, Albany+ New York, Schenectady**Description**Location:+ 1800 State Highway 5s, Amsterdam, NYThe Outreach Care Specialist is responsible for serving as a liaison/connector between the Target, Inc. team member, and the community. Helps to bridge conversations with Target, Inc. team members and remove barriers that prevent them from accessing health and social services. Conducts telephonic and/or face-to-face outreach to Target, Inc. team members for appointment scheduling, social determinant of health needs assessment, and care gap closure.Primary duties may include, but are not limited to:+ Meets Target, Inc. team members in assigned Target, Inc. stores to help identify social determinants of health impacting patient's health and general well-being.+ Collaborates with social worker and/or care manager to develop action plan.+ Develops trusting relationship with Target Inc. team member by providing support and advocacy to help achieve health goals.+ Builds strong relationships with the Target, Inc. team members and Target, Inc. management, through walking the store and interacting with team members.+ Assists Target Inc. team members in accessing health-related services and community resources, such as assistance with enrollment forms.+ Facilitates communication between all parties (Target Inc. team members and community-based organizations) as needed.+ Documents interactions in electronic medical records and completes all other required documentation in a timely manner.+ Attends meetings and completes trainings as required.Requirements:+ Requires a high school diploma and a minimum of 1 year related experience; or any combination of education and experience which would provide an equivalent background.Preferred Qualifications:+ Certified nurse assistant or certified medical assistant and/or BS/BA degree in a related field preferred.+ Bilingual preferred.Please be advised that Elevance Health only accepts resumes from agencies that have a signed agreement with Elevance Health. Accordingly, Elevance Health is not obligated to pay referral fees to any agency that is not a party to an agreement with Elevance Health. Thus, any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Elevance Health.**Be part of an Extraordinary Team**Elevance Health is a health company dedicated to improving lives and communities - and making healthcare simpler. Previously known as Anthem, Inc., we have evolved into a company focused on whole health and updated our name to better reflect the direction the company is heading.We are looking for leaders at all levels of the organization who are passionate about making an impact on our members and the communities we serve. You will thrive in a complex and collaborative environment where you take action and ownership to solve problems and lead change. Do you want to be part of a larger purpose and an evolving, high-performance culture that empowers you to make an impact?We offer a range of market-competitive total rewards that include merit increases, paid holidays, Paid Time Off, and incentive bonus programs (unless covered by a collective bargaining agreement), medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability benefits, 401(k) +match, stock purchase plan, life insurance, wellness programs and financial education resources, to name a few.The health of our associates and communities is a top priority for Elevance Health. We require all new candidates to become vaccinated against COVID-19. If you are not vaccinated, your offer will be rescinded unless you provide - and Elevance Health approves - a valid religious or medical explanation as to why you are not able to get vaccinated that Elevance Health is able to reasonably accommodate. Elevance Health will also follow all relevant federal, state and local laws.Elevance Health has been named as a Fortune Great Place To Work in 2021, is ranked as one of the 2021 World's Most Admired Companies among health insurers by Fortune magazine, and a Top 20 Fortune 500 Companies on Diversity and Inclusion. To learn more about our company and apply, please visit us at careers.ElevanceHealthinc.com. Elevance Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, genetic information, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Applicants who require accommodation to participate in the job application process may contact ability@icareerhelp.com for assistance.EEO is the LawEqual Opportunity Employer / Disability / VeteranPlease use the links below to review statements of protection from discrimination under Federal law for job applicants and employees.+ EEO Policy Statement+ EEO is the Law Poster+ EEO Poster Supplement-English Version+ Pay Transparency+ Privacy Notice for California ResidentsElevance Health, Inc. is an E-verify EmployerNeed Assistance?Email us (elevancehealth@icareerhelp.com) or call 1-877-204-7664

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