Community Resource Specialist
US-WI-East Washington/South Side
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Job Description
A rewarding full time job opportunity as a Community Resource Specialist at Access Community Health Centers (Access). The main function of the Community Resource Specialist is to provide case management to at-risk patients and coordinate necessary specialty referrals. This position is also responsible for tracking and reporting activities related to case management and referrals. In addition, this role will maximize the financial benefits to Access and its patients. This position assists patients by pursuing their enrollment in government programs such as Medical Assistance and insurance on the Marketplace through the Affordable Care Act. It also assists under-insured patients by administering Access’s sliding discount program.
Location: Will work at one of our Madison, WI Access Clinics: William T. Evjue Clinic, 3434 E. Washington Avenue OR Joyce & Marshall Erdman Clinic, 2202 South Park Street
Hours: Monday thru Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Skills/Requirements
Required Qualifications:
1. A minimum of a High School Diploma or equivalent AND health care experience and/or social services experience OR Associates Degree in health care, social services or related field.
2. Basic computer software skills with programs such as Microsoft Word and Excel, as well as electronic mail and internet applications.
3. Must obtain and maintain the status of a Certified Application Counselor by passing the applicable state and federal tests annually.
Preferred Qualifications:
1. Fluency in Spanish and English.
2. Experience in case management.
3. Experience in health benefits counseling.
4. Experience with diverse cultures.
5. Experience with medical software applications
6. Basic Microsoft software skills with programs: PowerPoint and Access
Company Information
Access Community Health Centers (Access), located in Madison, Wisconsin, is a non-profit, Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) serving Dane and Iowa counties. As a not-for-profit organization, we assist our patients by removing barriers and offering them access to medical care at a cost in line with their ability to pay. Our comprehensive approach includes medical, behavioral health, pharmacy and dental care, creating a true “health care home” for our patients.
Access offers a productive work environment, competitive compensation and a great benefit package. We are a caring and diverse organization where you can really make a difference.
Access Community Health Centers is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.
