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Community Engagement Navigator (contract) Elevance Health - 3.6 Durham, NC Job Details Contract 1 day ago Benefits Health savings account Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Vision insurance Life insurance Qualifications Customer communication

Full Job Description Job ID:

JP00046868

Anticipated Start Date:

September 28, 2026 Please note this is the target date and is subject to change. BCForward will send official notice ahead of a confirmed start date. Elevance Health is a health company dedicated to improving lives and communities - and making healthcare simpler. We are a Fortune 25 company with a longstanding history in the healthcare industry, looking for leaders at all levels of the organization who are passionate about making an impact on our members and the communities we serve. Responsible for engaging with members to remove barriers to Social Determinants of Health (SDOH) and acting as the communication liaison between the company and referral sources. Primary duties may include, but are not limited to: Engage with members who have been identified as possessing significant SDOH barriers. Work with the member to establish goals and next steps for addressing SDOH. Support member in selecting provider or programs most appropriate for supporting their needs. Interface with HCM to ensure that the individualized plan is aligned with existing or needed case management efforts. Act as a liaison between referral sources and the health plan. Associates in this role are expected to have the ability to multi-task, including handling calls, texts, facsimiles, and electronic queues, while simultaneously taking notes and speaking to customers. Additional expectations to include but not limited to: Proficient in maintaining focus during extended periods of sitting and handling multiple tasks in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment Strong verbal and written communication skills, both with virtual and in-person interactions; attentive to details, critical thinker, and a problem-solver Demonstrates empathy and persistence to resolve caller issues completely, comfort and proficiency with digital tools and platforms to enhance productivity and minimize manual efforts. Associates in this role will have a structured work schedule with occasional overtime or flexibility based on business needs, including the ability to work from the office as necessary. Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements :

BA/BS degree in Public Health, Social Work, Rehabilitation Counseling or related field and a minimum of 2 years experience with marketing, job development, job placement or social work; or any combination of education and experience which would provide an equivalent background. Knowledge of Voc Rehab preferred. BA/BS degree in Public Health, Social Work, Rehabilitation Counseling or related field and a minimum of 2 years' experience with marketing, job development, job placement or social work; or any combination of education and experience which would provide an equivalent background. Knowledge of Voc Rehab preferred. Travels to worksite and other locations as necessary.

Job Type:

Contract or Contract to hire

Additional Details:

Work Schedule:

8:00am-5:00pm (EST) Monday-Friday (some overtime as needed) The Durham County Department of Social Services (DSS) is located at 414 E. Main Street, Durham, North Carolina, 27701 Elevance Health operates in a Hybrid Workforce Strategy. Unless specified as primarily virtual by the hiring manager, contractors are required to work at an Elevance Health location at least once per week, and potentially several times per week. Specific requirements and expectations for time onsite will be discussed as part of the hiring process. Candidates must reside within 50 miles or 1-hour commute each way of a relevant Elevance Health location.

About BCForward:

Founded in 1998 on the idea that industry leaders needed a professional service, and workforce management expert, to fuel the development and execution of core business and technology strategies, BCforward is a Black-owned firm providing unique solutions supporting value capture and digital product delivery needs for organizations around the world. Headquartered in Indianapolis, IN with an Offshore Development Center in Hyderabad, India, BCforward's 6,000 consultants support more than 225 clients globally. BCforward champions the power of human potential to help companies transform, accelerate, and scale. Guided by our core values of People-Centric, Optimism, Excellence, Diversity, and Accountability, our professionals have helped our clients achieve their strategic goals for more than 25 years. Our strong culture and clear values have enabled BCforward to become a market leader and best in class place to work. BCForward is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability. To learn more about how BCforward collects and uses personal information as part of the recruiting process, view our Privacy Notice and CCPA Addendum. As part of the recruitment process, we may ask for you to disclose and provide us with various categories of personal information, including identifiers, professional information, commercial information, education information, and other related information. BCforward will only use this information to complete the recruitment process. This posting is not an offer of employment. All applicants applying for positions in the United States must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The submission of intentionally false or fraudulent information in response to this posting may render the applicant ineligible for the position. Any subsequent offer of employment will be considered employment at-will regardless of the anticipated assignment duration. Benefits Information BCForward offers all eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package including, but not limited to major medical, HSA, dental, vision, employer-provided group life, voluntary life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, and 401k. The company is fully committed to ensuring equal pay opportunities for equal work regardless of gender, race, or any other category protected by federal, state, and local pay equity laws . This does not encompass additional non-standard compensation (e.g., benefits, paid time off, per diem, etc.).