San Francisco HICAP

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Advocacy & Human Rights
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Health & Medicine
People with Disabilities
Seniors

Location

601 Jackson Street2nd FloorSan Francisco, CA 94133 United States

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http://www.selfhelpelderly.org

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Office Assistant - Chinese Speaker (Cantonese/Taishanese, Mandarin a plus)

Flexible Schedule | San Francisco, CA 94133

Join our team at HICAP (Health Insurance Counseling and Advocacy Program) and make a difference in the lives of the elderly by assisting them with their Medicare-related concerns and issues. About HICAP: HICAP is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing crucial support to the elderly in understanding and navigating their Medicare benefits and related challenges. Our mission is to empower and advocate for seniors to ensure they receive the healthcare coverage they deserve. Responsibilities: Assist in administrative tasks within the office environment, including data entry, answering phone calls, scheduling appointments, and facilitating the environment. Engage with elderly clients, primarily Cantonese/Taishanese and Mandarin speakers, providing them with information and guidance on Medicare-related concerns. Translate documents and materials from English to Cantonese/Mandarin and vice versa, ensuring accurate communication. Support HICAP counselors and staff in coordinating appointments and client follow-ups. Collaborate with the team to maintain an organized and efficient office environment. Requirements: Fluency in spoken and written Cantonese (Taishanese or Mandarin) is essential. Excellent communication skills in English to effectively collaborate with the broader team. Strong organizational abilities and attention to detail. Compassionate and empathetic attitude toward working with elderly individuals. Previous office experience or customer service skills are a plus but not mandatory. Passion for helping the elderly community and a commitment to making a positive impact. Benefits: Gain hands-on experience in a nonprofit environment focused on assisting the elderly population. Opportunity to utilize and improve language skills in a professional setting. Work closely with a dedicated team passionate about advocating for senior citizens. Flexible scheduling that accommodates your availability. Valuable networking opportunities within the healthcare and nonprofit sectors. Join us in supporting the elderly community and contributing to their well-being by becoming a Volunteer Office Assistant at HICAP. Your dedication and language skills will play a vital role in ensuring our elderly population receives the assistance and care they deserve.

Date Posted: Feb 21, 2025
Medicare Counselor in San Francisco (Educating Medicare Beneficiary)

Flexible Schedule | San Francisco, CA 94133

HICAP ( Health Insurance Counseling and Advocacy Program) in San Francisco is looking for motivated volunteers to help senior citizens and adults with disabilities in San Francisco understand their Medicare health insurance benefits, options, rights and current changes. SF HICAP is funded by the State of California to provide assistance to people enrolled in or eligible for Medicare. Volunteer HICAP counselors provide free one-on-one counseling about Medicare benefits and consumer rights, supplemental insurance plan choices, billing and claims problems, and other Medicare-related health insurance issues to support the independence of people making choices that affect their health and financial well-being. Volunteer positions for special community education and long-term care insurance counseling are also available. Sponsor agency: Self-Help For The Elderly, 731 Sansome St., # 100, San Francisco, Ca. 94111, Self Help main agency #415-677-7600

Date Posted: Feb 21, 2025
Medicare Counselor in San Francisco

Flexible Schedule | San Francisco, CA 94133

Provides individual counseling and informational services to Medicare beneficiaries. - inform the public and interested parties about the challenges associated with Medicare and related health insurance plans and products - assist Medicare beneficiaries with questions about health benefits, health claims and insurance problems through direct counseling and informal advocacy - support the independence of people making choices that affect their health and financial well being - advocate Medicare Fraud and Scam prevention

Date Posted: Feb 21, 2025

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Mission Statement It is the mission of HICAP to provide accurate and objective counseling, advocacy, and assistance with Medicare, health insurance, managed care, long-term care, and related health coverage plans for Medicare beneficiaries, their representatives, or persons imminent of Medicare eligibility, and to educate the public on Medicare and health coverage issues.

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Non-profit agency providing Medicare counseling at no cost to Mediare beneficiaries regarding their health insurance questions. Serving seniors and those Medicare beneficiaries under 65 yrs of age.

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