Community Outreach Specialist – Bristol, Plymouth, or Norfolk Counties in MA Market – Remote

Requisition Number: 2304723
Job Category: Sales Support
Primary Location: New Bedford, MA, US
(Remote considered)

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At UnitedHealthcare, we’re simplifying the health care 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 health care system of tomorrow, making it more responsive, affordable and equitable. Ready to make a difference? Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.  

 

You never thought your career could help millions of lives. Well, here you can. As a Community Outreach Specialist, you’ll utilize innovative strategies and programs to ensure access to health care coverage for the underserved and impact millions of lives. You’ll use your energetic, empathetic approach to marketing and add value to our team. Through community marketing and outreach efforts, you will have direct impact on membership growth and retention. You’ll use your creativity, strategic lens and outspoken attitude to be part of an elite team to rewrite the history of UnitedHealth Group

 

If you reside within a commutable distance of Bristol/Plymouth and Norfolk counties in MA market, you will have the flexibility to work remotely* as you take on some tough challenges.

 

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Provide support to the Sales and Marketing team within the designated territory
  • Build new relationships while nurturing existing partnerships
  • Collaborate closely with Sales Agents and Agent Managers to understand and address their needs
  • Identify opportunities and develop marketing strategies tailored to a diverse, multicultural population, with a focus on serving individuals with disabilities and senior citizens, in alignment with Sales Agents’ networking efforts
  • Promote our mission of helping people lead healthier lives across the communities we serve
  • Organize and implement educational and sales-focused events targeting key populations
  • Plan, coordinate, and manage resources (e.g., vendors, partners, sales agents) to ensure successful event execution
  • Achieve or surpass goals related to growth, retention, and enrollment within the assigned territory
  • Conduct analysis and investigations to support strategic decisions in the territory
  • Offer expert insights, explanations, and interpretations within your area of specialization

 

You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in. 

Required Qualifications:

  • High School Diploma/GED
  • Proven bilingual in Spanish
  • Ability to obtain Health/Accident Insurance License within the first 60 days of employment
  • Willing or ability to work flexible hours for events as needed.
  • Willing or ability to travel up to 75% of the time (local domestic travel within the community)
  • Willing or available to work weekend events as needed
  • Access to reliable transportation that will enable you to travel to client and/or patient sites within a designated area

 

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Community Outreach experience within healthcare
  • Knowledge of Medicare/Medicaid Enrollment processes

 

*All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group’s Telecommuter Policy

 

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $28.27 to $50.48 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

 

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes – an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.  

 

 

UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

 

UnitedHealth Group is a drug – free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.  

Additional Job Detail Information

Requisition Number 2304723

Business Segment UnitedHealthcare

Employee Status Regular

Job Level Individual Contributor

Travel Yes, 75 % of the Time

Additional Locations

Weymouth, MA, US

Quincy, MA, US

Plymouth, MA, US

Taunton, MA, US

Overtime Status Non-exempt

Schedule Full-time

Shift Day Job

Telecommuter Position Yes

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