If you are located within the state of New Jersey and/or New York, you will have the flexibility to telecommute* (work from home) as you take on some tough challenges.

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This position is full-time, Monday - Friday. Employees are required to have flexibility to work any of our 8-hour shift schedules during our normal business hours of 9:00am - 5:30pm EST

*All Telecommuters will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group’s Telecommuter Policy.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Coordinates, supervises and is accountable for daily / weekly / monthly team performance
• Ensures team members’ performance goals are met, such as quality adherence and service levels
• Manages schedules, adherence and utilizes reporting to monitor
• Coordinates work activities with other supervisors
• Identifies and resolves operational problems using defined processes, expertise, and sound business judgment
• Decisions are guided by policies, procedures, and business plan
• Provides coaching and feedback to team members by performing call audits, weekly team meetings, and monthly one on one's
• Motivates and inspires team members
• Conducts annual performance reviews for team members
• Identifies solutions to non - standard requests and problems
• Effectively communicates change and leads employees through change
• Serves as a resource for others with less experience
• Handles Human Resource processes and issues, including time cards and corrective action process
• Manages recruitment and termination procedures
• Maintains procedures
• Remains optimistic, upbeat, and enthusiastic even in times of challenge and constant change

You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications:

• High School Diploma / GED (or higher)
• 1+ years of experience working as a Supervisor or in a Team Lead capacity
• 1+ years of Healthcare/insurance experience and/or Social work/community outreach/advocacy experience
• Medicaid and / or Medicare experience
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word & Outlook)
• Familiarity with computer and Windows PC applications, which includes the ability to learn new and complex computer applications and apply their use
• Ability to work Monday - Friday from 9:00am - 5:30pm EST

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree (or higher)
• Previous experience as a telecommuter
• Bilingual skill set (e.g. English / Spanish)

Telecommuting Requirements:

• Reside within the state of New York and/or New Jersey
• Required to have a dedicated work area established that is separated from other living areas and provides information privacy
• Ability to keep all company sensitive documents secure (if applicable)
• Must live in a location that can receive a UnitedHealth Group approved high-speed internet connection or leverage an existing high-speed internet service

Soft Skills:

• Ability to organize and prioritize tasks efficiently
• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work at a fast pace and multitask is essential
• Ability to learn and apply skills quickly

UnitedHealth Group requires all new hires and employees to report their COVID-19 vaccination status.

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Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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