Benefits Navigator

Job overview

The Benefits Navigator role is onsite in Mansfield, OH. Pay is $17.79–$20.01 per hour. Equitas Health is a regional community-based healthcare system and federally qualified community health center look-alike serving people across Ohio, Kentucky, and West Virginia, with a focus that includes HIV/AIDS and LGBTQ+ healthcare. The navigator helps clients access and remain connected to health services by providing HIV-related navigation, screening and referral support, and assistance understanding and applying for insurance and public benefits. The role also supports client advocacy and coordination with community partners to promote health and stability.

What you'll do

• Provide navigation and support to people living with HIV to help them remain in medical care and maintain viral suppression
• refer clients to screening, linkage, re-engagement, medical, mental health, and case-management services
• screen for insurance options and explain coverage, affordability, cost sharing, and consumer rights
• assist with applications and supporting documentation for marketplace and public insurance programs
• maintain required navigator certification
• document and track applications
• advocate with government offices as needed
• collaborate with clients, internal teams, and community stakeholders
• participate in outreach events as appropriate. The position includes travel to meet clients and requires reliable transportation and a valid Ohio driver’s license.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

benefits navigator

mansfield oh

equitas health

hiv health navigation

insurance enrollment

federal marketplace

medicaid

medicare

ryan white

client advocacy

community outreach

$17.79–$20.01/hr

ohio driver’s license

health, dental and vision

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• PTO
• vision, dental, and health coverage
• 401(k)
• sick time
• paid holidays.

Why this role

Requires an associate degree plus one year of relevant experience, coursework toward an associate degree plus two years, or a high school diploma/GED plus three years. A Federally Qualified Health Insurance Navigator certification must be acquired and maintained.

About the employer

Equitas Health, Inc. is hiring for this role. Industry: All Other Outpatient Care Centers. Sector: 62.