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Community Resource Specialist

Health First

Job Type


Full-time

Description

HealthFirst is seeking a Community Resource Specialist to join our team of mission-minded professionals. While Community Health Worker certification is not required at the time of hire , the successful candidate must obtain certification within one year . This is an excellent opportunity for someone who can hit the ground running and provide hands-on support to patients needing help with insurance applications, sliding-fee programs, and navigating community resources.

Key Responsibilities
  • Assist patients with insurance and benefits navigation (Marketplace, NH EASY, Medicaid, etc.)
  • Process sliding-fee applications, discuss payment options, and arrange payment plans
  • Ensure timely follow-up on applications, referrals, and patient contacts
  • Provide patient education and advocacy related to community resources (food, housing, transportation, childcare, etc.)
  • Support community outreach events, including occasional evenings/weekends
  • Collaborate with billing and patient services teams to resolve coverage or payment issues
  • Verify and update demographics, consents, and related documentation during each interaction
  • Serve as a knowledgeable point of contact for patients needing assistance throughout Open Enrollment
What We Offer
  • A meaningful role that directly impacts patient access to care and essential services
  • A supportive, collaborative team environment
  • Training on HealthFirst systems, workflows, and community resource tools
  • Opportunities to grow professionally-including support in obtaining your CHW certification
Requirements


Required
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Community Health Worker (CHW) certification - or ability to obtain certification within one year of hire
  • Minimum of 2 years' experience in a healthcare, human services, or insurance benefits setting
  • Strong customer service skills with clear, compassionate communication
  • Solid computer proficiency and comfort learning new systems
Preferred
  • Certified Application Counselor (CAC) designation through CMS, or willingness to obtain
  • Familiarity with medical terminology
  • Experience working with diverse populations and strong cross-cultural communication skills
Vacancy posted 5 days ago
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