About the Role
The Member Experience Escalation Advocate resolves complex service escalation issues for TX HB members and internal stakeholders. This role involves investigating issues, collaborating with third-party administrators, and providing training as a subject matter expert on TX HB benefits. The position requires strong de-escalation and communication skills, with significant autonomy in decision-making.
Responsibilities
- Handles complex and escalated calls, including ancillary benefit inquiries.
- Identifies and manages member and vendor issues, escalating to management when necessary.
- Builds relationships with internal staff and external vendors to resolve member and vendor issues.
- Identifies process improvements and training needs to enhance the member and employee experience.
- Serves as the primary point of contact for TXHB employees needing Member Experience team assistance.
- Identifies trends and root causes in escalated calls to implement strategies for reduction.
- Presents and leads in team huddles and training sessions.
- Assists leadership in maintaining and updating departmental Policies and Procedures.
- Supports the Member Experience Manager in creating training and resource materials.
- Partners with leadership in developing and conducting employee training.
- May supervise the team and manage call queues in the manager’s absence.
Requirements
- Expert knowledge of all TX HB administered benefits, policies, processes, rules, and regulations.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, especially in diffusing tense situations.
- Strong knowledge of eligibility requirements, including Section 125 rules.
- Proficient in MS Office, including PowerPoint and Excel.
- Strong time management, organization, and prioritization skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a dynamic environment.
- Advanced problem-solving and critical thinking skills, including trend identification in data.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to prioritize and organize workload.
- Advanced knowledge of contact center software and tools.
- Ability to coach and mentor staff.
- Must reside in Texas.
- Office location must be in a quiet, low-traffic area.
- A private, enclosed space with a door is preferred for member confidentiality and privacy compliance.
Skills
- De-escalation
- Communication (Verbal and Written)
- Partnering
- Rapport Building
- Problem Solving
- Critical Thinking
- Time Management
- Organization
- Prioritization
- Attention to Detail
- Coaching
- Mentoring
Location
- Texas
Work Type
- 100% Remote
- Full-time
Experience Level
- Three or more years in a contact center environment
- At least two years of experience in a health insurance/healthcare related contact center
- One or more years of experience handling escalated calls
Education Level
- Associate's degree
About the Company
- The Member Experience team is responsible for resolving complex service escalation issues.
