Summary
We are hiring a
Customer Service Advocate II. In this role you will provide prompt, accurate, thorough, and courteous responses to all customer inquiries. These inquiries may be non-routine and require deviation from standard screens, scripts, and procedures. In addition, you will have to perform research as needed to resolve inquiries.
The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented and have the ability to multi-task. If this sounds like you, we would love for you to join our team!
Description
Customer Service Advocate II
Why should you join the BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina family of companies? Other companies come and go, but for more than seven decades we’ve been part of the national landscape, with our roots firmly embedded in the South Carolina community. We are the largest insurance company in South Carolina … and much more. We are one of the nation’s leading administrators of government contracts. We operate one of the most sophisticated data processing centers in the Southeast. We also have a diverse family of subsidiary companies that allows us to build on a variety of business strengths. We deliver outstanding service to our customers. If you are dedicated to the same philosophy, consider joining our team!
Logistics:
This position is full-time position (40 hours per week) Monday through Friday 8:00am-4:30pm reporting onsite to our GPC building located at 17 Technolgy Circle Columbia, SC 29203.
What You’ll Do:
Ensure effective customer relations by responding accurately, timely, and courteously to telephone, written, web, or walk-in inquiries
Handle situations which may require adaptation of response or extensive research
Accurately documents inquiries
Initiate or process adjustments or performs other research as needed to resolve inquiries
Coordinate with other departments to resolve problems
Respond to, research and/or assist with priority inquiries and special projects as required by management
Provide feedback to management regarding customer problems, questions, and needs
Maintain accurate records on complaints and/or other customer comments and makes recommendations for changes to management
Follow through on complaints until resolved or reports to management as needed
Maintain basic knowledge of quality work instructions and company policies
Assist with process improvements through the recommendation of changes in procedures and techniques discovered during daily operations
Maintain all departmental productivity, quality, and timeliness standards
Assist with the training of new employees and cross training of coworkers
To Qualify for This Position, You’ll Need:
High School Diploma or equivalent
1 year of claims processing or Customer Service experience OR Bachelor's Degree in lieu of work experience
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Proficient spelling, punctuation, and grammar
Strong human relations and organizational skills
Ability to handle high stress situations
Good judgment
Ability to handle confidential or sensitive information with discretion
Ability to learn and operate multiple computer systems effectively and efficiently
Basic computer operating skills
Standard office equipment
We Prefer That You Have:
Associate Degree
3 years of Customer Service or call center experience
Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database software.
What We can Do for You:
We offer our employees great benefits and rewards. You will be eligible to participate in the benefits the first of the month following 28 days of employment.
Subsidized health plans, dental and vision coverage
401K retirement savings plan with company match
Life Insurance
Paid Time Off (PTO)
On-site cafeterias and fitness centers in major locations
Wellness program and healthy lifestyle premium discount
Tuition assistance
Service recognition
Employee Assistance
Discounts to movies, theaters, zoos, theme parks and more
What to Expect Next:
After submitting your application, our recruiting team members will review your resume to ensure your meet the qualifications. This may include a brief telephone interview or email communication with our recruiter to verify resume specifics and salary requirements. If the qualifications require proof of semester hours, please attach your transcript to your application.
Management will be conducting interviews with the most qualified candidates, with prioritization given to those candidates who demonstrate the preferred qualifications.
We participate in E-Verify and comply with the Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina and our subsidiary companies maintain a continuing policy of nondiscrimination in employment to promote employment opportunities for persons regardless of age, race, color, national origin, sex, religion, veteran status, disability, weight, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other legally protected status. Additionally, as a federal contractor, the company maintains Affirmative Action programs to promote employment opportunities for minorities, females, disabled individuals and veterans. It is our policy to provide equal opportunities in all phases of the employment process and to comply with applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations.
We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with physical and mental disabilities.
If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please e-mail mycareer.help@bcbssc.com or call 1-800-288-2227, ext. 47480 with the nature of your request. We will make a determination regarding your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.