Seasonal Customer Care Associate
Why is Health Advocate a great place to work? For starters, Health Advocate employees enjoy helping people every single day. Employees are given the training they need to do their jobs well, and they work with supervisors and staff who are supportive and friendly. Employees have room to grow, and many of Health Advocate's supervisors are promoted from within the company. Join our award winning team!
2025:
Stevie® Awards for Sales & Customer Service: Customer Service Department of the Year – Healthcare, Pharmaceuticals, and Related Industries, Bronze Winner
2024:
Excellence in Customer Service Awards: Organization of the Year (Small)
Stevie® Awards for Sales & Customer Service: Customer Service Department of the Year – Healthcare, Pharmaceuticals, and Related Industries, Bronze Winner
Best in Biz Awards: Most Customer-Friendly Company of the Year – Medium and large category (Silver)
As part of Teleperformance in the US, we were also named #95 in the 2024 ‘Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For®’ in the USA by Great Places to Work (GPTW®)
Join Us as a Seasonal Customer Care Associate – August through December
At Health Advocate, we’re dedicated to helping individuals navigate the healthcare system with clarity and confidence. If you’re someone who values clear communication, accurate information, and consistent follow-through, this role is an opportunity to make a real difference.
As a Customer Care Associate, you’ll support members by answering incoming calls, resolving healthcare-related questions, and coordinating follow-up. You’ll be part of a team focused on service, accuracy, and outcomes—helping people get the answers they need in a system that can often feel overwhelming.
What You’ll Do: Your Roadmap to Impact
In this role, you’ll serve as a frontline contact, providing efficient, high-quality support to members:
- Provide Direct Support: Handle incoming calls, explain healthcare benefits, services, and provider options clearly.
- Resolve Member Issues: Identify needs, research information, and determine appropriate next steps or referrals.
- Coordinate Follow-Up: Make outbound calls as needed to complete research or deliver updates.
- Maintain Accurate Records: Collect and update member demographic data in the system.
- Ensure Compliance: Follow company procedures and healthcare regulations, including HIPAA and COBRA guidelines.
- Collaborate Across Teams: Transfer inquiries to the appropriate internal/external contacts when needed.
Who You Are: The Candidate We’re Looking For
- Experienced in Service: You have at least one year of customer service experience, preferably in a healthcare setting.
- Strong Communicator: You explain complex information clearly and maintain professionalism on every call.
- Organized & Reliable: You can manage multiple member requests while maintaining attention to detail.
- Comfortable with Systems: Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and call documentation tools.
- Adaptable & Willing to Learn: Open to training and building expertise in healthcare plans, systems, and regulations.
Why Health Advocate?
At Health Advocate, we don’t just support our members—we support you. Here’s what you’ll get:
✅ Work from home opportunity
✅ Comprehensive Training & Equipment: We set you up for success with thorough onboarding, ongoing development, and all necessary work equipment.
✅ Competitive Pay: We offer a starting hourly rate of $16.50.
✅ A Culture of Purpose & Impact: You’ll be part of a team that values empathy, innovation, and a shared mission to simplify healthcare for all.
✅ Career Growth & Development: Whether you’re starting fresh or looking to expand your expertise, we provide mentorship, training, and growth opportunities to help you advance.
Your Next Move
If you're ready to help others, stay organized, and provide clear answers in a fast-paced environment, we’d love to meet you. Apply today and be part of a team that values precision, service, and making healthcare easier to navigate.
Company Overview
Health Advocate is the nation’s leading provider of health advocacy, navigation, well-being and integrated benefits programs. For 20 years, Health Advocate has provided expert support to help our members navigate the complexities of healthcare and achieve the best possible health and well-being. Our solutions leverage a unique combination of best-in-class, personalized support with powerful predictive data analytics and a proprietary technology platform to address nearly every clinical, administrative, wellness or behavioral health need. Whether facing common issues or an unprecedented challenge like COVID-19, our team of highly trained, compassionate experts work together to go above and beyond expectations, making healthcare easier for our members and ensuring they get the care they need.
Learn more
Health Advocate https://www.healthadvocate.com/site/
Facebook https://www.facebook.com/healthadvocateinc/
Video https://vimeo.com/386733264/eb447da080
Awards:
2025:
Stevie® Awards for Sales & Customer Service: Customer Service Department of the Year – Healthcare, Pharmaceuticals, and Related Industries, Bronze Winner
2024:
Excellence in Customer Service Awards: Organization of the Year (Small)
Stevie® Awards for Sales & Customer Service: Customer Service Department of the Year – Healthcare, Pharmaceuticals, and Related Industries, Bronze Winner
Best in Biz Awards: Most Customer-Friendly Company of the Year – Medium and large category (Silver)
2023:
National Customer Service Association All-Stars Award: Service Organization of the Year.
Stevie® Awards for Sales & Customer Service: Customer Service Department of the Year – Healthcare, Pharmaceuticals, and Related Industries, Bronze Winner
2022:
Stevie® Awards for Sales & Customer Service: Customer Service Department of the Year – Healthcare, Pharmaceuticals, and Related Industries, Bronze Winner
Excellence in Customer Service Awards: Organization of the Year (Small)
Best in Biz Awards: Most Customer-Friendly Company of the Year – Medium and large category (Silver)
2021:
Stevie® Awards for Sales & Customer Service: Customer Service Department of the Year – Healthcare, Pharmaceuticals, and Related Industries, Silver Winner
Stevie® Awards for Sales & Customer Service: Most Valuable Response by a Customer Service Team (COVID-19). Bronze Winner
Best in Biz Awards: Most Customer-Friendly Company of the Year – Medium and large category (Silver)
2020:
National Customer Service Association All-Stars Award: Organizations of 100 or Greater, Runner-Up
Communicator Award of Distinction: October 2019 Broker News
MarCom Awards: Gold, COVID Staycation Ideas brochure
MarCom Awards: Platinum, 2021 Well-being Calendar
Best in Biz Awards: Most Customer-Friendly Company of the Year - Medium category (Silver)
Physical Requirements:
This position is primarily on-site and requires the ability to move throughout the workplace to provide in-person counseling and wellness support. The role involves periods of sitting for one-on-one or group sessions, as well as standing or light movement during group activities, workshops, and team-building events. Essential physical functions include speaking, hearing, and manual dexterity for documenting case notes, navigating computer systems, and facilitating wellness interventions. Occasional lifting of light materials (up to 15 pounds) may be needed for wellness activities or event setup. Frequent use of a computer is required, including typing, mouse navigation, and viewing digital content. Visual acuity is necessary for reading client records, electronic documentation, and conducting virtual sessions when needed.
Mental and Cognitive Requirements:
The role requires strong emotional resilience, active listening, and the ability to assess and respond to sensitive mental health concerns. Counselors must exercise sound clinical judgment in crisis situations, maintain professional boundaries, and uphold confidentiality. The ability to develop therapeutic rapport, apply evidence-based interventions, and manage documentation with accuracy is essential. The role also requires facilitation skills for group sessions and the ability to consult with leadership.
Work Environment:
This position is fully on-site and embedded within the Trust and Safety operational environment. The counselor must be comfortable working in a dynamic and fast-paced setting that may include exposure to discussions of distressing content. The workspace includes a private, designated office for confidential counseling and group programming, with access to standard office equipment and secure data systems.
VEVRAA Federal Contractor requesting appropriate employment service delivery systems, such as state workforce agencies and local employment delivery systems, to provide priority referrals of protected veterans.
PAY TRANSPARENCY NONDISCRIMINATION PROVISION