Oregon Health Plan Specialist AD047

Job Details

Residential - Portland OR

Full Time

$21.40 - $25.15 Hourly

Day

Description

Title : Oregon Health Plan Specialist - AD047

Location : Residential - 17645 NW St Helens Rd Portland OR 97231

Schedule : Mon-Fri 8-5p

Wage Range : $21.40 - $25.15 non-exempt hourly

If you are a motivated and dedicated Oregon Health Plan Specialist looking for an opportunity to contribute to an organization making a positive impact we want to hear from you!

At NARA Northwest youll find a supportive work environment where every team member is valued and respected. Whether youre passionate about healthcare behavioral health education or social services theres a place for you to make a meaningful difference.

Company Mission :

The mission of NARA NW is to provide education physical mental health services and substance abuse treatment that is culturally appropriate to American Indians Alaska Natives and anyone in need.

About the Company :

At NARA NW we deliver services and support to Native American and Alaska Native communities helping individuals lead healthier more fulfilling lives.

With over 450 employees across a variety of programsincluding medical and dental care addiction treatment housing assistance and enrichment initiatives NARA NW offers numerous opportunities for growth and advancement all while making a tangible positive impact on the lives of others.

Position Overview :

Responsible to help eligible clients enroll in the Oregon Health Plan (OHP) Healthy Kids and assist eligible clients purchase health insurance through the Federal Marketplace; provide information sessions to potential applicants; provide information to assist the client in making an informed choice when selecting a CCO option of their choice based on a provider they choose on their health care plan and complete OHP follow-up.

What you will do :

Conduct client screening for Oregon Health Plan Healthy Kids and Federal Marketplace.

Update current geographic information in electronic health record if OHP application shows a change.

Assist clients in completion of all necessary forms to apply for Medicaid insurance.

Responsible for tracking all OHP applications daily and noting in electronic health records.

Track all applicant applications.

Assist clients with renewals.

Verify and track OHP eligibility and renewal dates.

Assist in projects to train NARA staff on OHP and the Federal Marketplace.

Support and work at multiple NARA locations regarding OHP support.

Travel to NARA NW sites including community outreach events.

Participate in outreach activities to identify and sign-up eligible clients.

Educate clients and other community members about the Affordable Care Act.

Track all outreach efforts OHP materials and provide OHP monthly reports.

Attend Oregon Health Authority meetings OHA Tribal assister quarterly meetings and other OHP / Federal Marketplace related meetings.

Attend training as required.

Assist clients in obtaining required citizenship documentation and proof of tribal heritage.

As time allows assist clients with applications for other state or federal programs such as social security voter registration and SNAP.

Perform other duties as needed in order to fulfill NARAs mission.

Ensures that working in the office or with the community promotes and increases positive relationships with NARA NW its programs and staff.

Qualifications

We would like to hear from people that have :

Valid drivers license good driving record and your own reliable transportation. Mileage will be reimbursed.

High school diploma or GED.

Knowledge of the Oregon Health Plan and Indian health programs and services preferred.

Two years of experience working in an office environment.

Excellent interpersonal skills and attention to detail.

Proficiency in experience with Microsoft Word Excel and Outlook.

All potential hires are required to have a background check and a pre-employment drug screen.

Ability to maintain professional boundaries with clients the community and other staff members.

Work collaboratively with clients other NARA NW staff OHP team members and to always treat everyone with respect and dignity.

Ability to work independently as well as effectively as a team member.

Whats in it for you

14 Paid Holidays : New Years Day Martin Luther King Jr. Day Presidents Day Memorial Day Juneteenth Battle of Little Big Horn Independence Day Labor Day Native American Day Indigenous Peoples Day Veterans Day Thanksgiving day after Thanksgiving and December 25

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Benefits : Employees working 20 hours or more are eligible for benefits. Benefits are effective from the 1st of the month following the date of hire.

• Affordable Medical Dental and Vision Insurance through Kaiser Permanente
• 14 Paid Holidays (Listed Above)
• 13 Paid Days of Sick Time
• 13 Paid Days of PTO (Vacation accruals increase with years of service to a maximum of 26 days)
• $50000 Life Insurance & AD&D
• Short Term and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Account
• Health Spending Account
• 401(k) with 4% Match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Inclement Weather Days (Snow Days)
• Public Student Loan Forgiveness -NARA NW is a local 501(c)3 nonprofit FQHC

How to apply :

NARA NW Mission : Our mission is to provide education physical and mental health services and substance abuse treatment that is culturally appropriate to American Indians Alaska Natives and everyone in need.

NARA NW is fully committed to supporting sobriety. To support NARA NW in its mission all employees agree to refrain from illicit drug use marijuana use and prescription drug abuse both on and off the addition all employees agree to model alcohol sobriety. Modeling alcohol sobriety means not consuming discussing or promoting the use of alcohol on the job on social media and when in the community where the employee would be likely to be seen by NARA NW clients or community. If in recovery employees must have been sober / clean for a length of time sufficient to demonstrate that they will be able to remain sober.

Consistent with NARA NWs sobriety policy all employees volunteers interns and contractors as applicable are required to sign a Drug-Free / Alcohol-Free Workplace Certification Form and NARA NW Modeling Sobriety Policy Form as a condition of employment to confirm that they are aware of this policy and that they agree to comply with it. Violation of this policy will result in disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment. This policy is subject to the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act and its state counterpart

Preference in hiring is given to qualified Native Americans in accordance with the Indian Preference Act (Title 25 US Code Sections 472 and 473). NARA Northwest is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Within the scope of Indian Preference all candidates will receive equal consideration. Experience working with Native American / Alaska Native community is considered a plus.

This job description is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities skills or working conditions associated with the position. While it is intended to accurately reflect the positions activities and requirements the agency reserves the right to modify add or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary.

Required Experience :

IC

Key Skills

Accounts Handling,Access,Commissioning,Biotechnology,Civil Engineering,Health And Safety Management

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Hourly Salary Salary : 21 - 25