Specialist, Benefits Navigation

Benefits Navigation Specialist Location: Chicago, IL. Salary Range: $19.00 – $25.00 per hour. Overtime: 1.5× the regular hourly rate for all hours worked over 40 in a workweek. As a Benefits Navigation Specialist, you will help uninsured individuals and families enroll in affordable health coverage options. You will conduct outreach, guide clients through enrollment, advocate for those with barriers, provide up-to-date policy knowledge, and serve as a trusted resource. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Engage with communities—conduct outreach and education to raise awareness about health insurance options. Guide individuals through the enrollment process—help them navigate the Health Insurance Marketplace, Medicaid, and affordability programs. Advocate for those in need—ensure individuals with language barriers, disabilities, and other challenges receive necessary support. Provide expert knowledge—stay updated on eligibility, enrollment requirements and policy changes. Be a trusted resource—answer questions, provide referrals, and empower individuals to make informed decisions about their healthcare. Qualifications Education: High school diploma or equivalent. Experience: Minimum of 2 years of experience in case work, human services, or a related field. Knowledge of City of Chicago communities and outreach experience is required. Computer skills: Proficient with Microsoft Windows, Excel, web-based databases and portable technology such as tablets, printers and scanners. Language skills: Fluency in Spanish may be required. Background check: Must pass the Illinois Department of Insurance background check and complete mandatory training. Compensation Hourly Pay Range: $19.00 – $25.00 per hour. Compensation is based on experience, skills and performance. Overtime is paid at 1.5 times the regular hourly rate for hours over 40 per week. We are committed to equitable, transparent pay practices as required by the Illinois Pay Transparency Act. #J-18808-Ljbffr Tapestry-360-Health