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Director Health Connector for Business

The Director, Health Connector for Business is responsible for the strategic direction, leadership, and oversight of Health Connector’s Health Connector for Businesses (HCB) department, prioritizing activities and initiatives that improve consumer experience and maximize enrollment. This position reports to the Deputy COO, HCB and Shared Services. Responsibilities  Direct, administer, and manage the operations of HCB; responsible for providing leadership and direction for formulating HCB’s strategic objectives and bringing them to senior leadership for input, discussion and decision.    Collaborate in the formulation of strategic plans and policies, including those that advance equity and reduce coverage disparities.  Make critical decisions that impact HCB’s success. This includes setting business priorities, defining strategies, and allocating resources effectively to achieve objectives.  Responsible for setting the long-term direction and goals of the organization, including inspiring and guiding the entire team to work towards a common vision.  Create goals and oversee execution of daily, weekly and monthly actions of the HCB team to meet and exceed targets for sales of new enrollments and retention of renewing groups.   Develop and maintain effective relationships and communication with key stakeholders to ensure successful implementation of projects.  Provide strategic input and leadership on decision-making issues affecting HCB, specifically evaluating potential partnerships.  Act as a strategic advisor and consultant offering expert advice on contracts, negotiations, or business deals HCB may enter. Coordinate and manage relationships across small businesses, including the performance of service centers, consolidation opportunities and production goals. Create and implement client touchpoints for brokers and small business owners designed [...]

Financial Analyst

The Financial Analyst will be responsible for the analysis of the Health Connector's financial information. Primary duties will be in the areas of financial analysis, budgeting, accounting, and auditing, and other support functions. The Financial Analyst reports to the Manager of Finance and is a full-time exempt position.  Key responsibilities include:  Budget, Forecast, and Business Partnering   Assist with management and development of the Health Connector’s administrative budget model, including analyzing enrollment and financial data  Collaborate with budget owners to provide robust and accurate annual plan and forecast inputs while providing quarterly variance analysis  Assist in managing spend against budget and forecast and present monthly expense and operational metric reports to assigned budget owners   Ensure variances are thoroughly investigated, opportunities and risks are identified and communicated to finance team members  Accounting, Audit and Control  Assist with updating standard operating procedures, control documentation, self-risk assessment, and the remediation of gaps  Monitor any risk assessment or audit findings, including performing the tracking and testing of control activities  Financial Analysis and Reconciliation  Work with the Manager of Finance on financial analysis and modeling, business data analysis, and all other financial aspects to support Health Connector programs   Utilize business intelligence tools to create interactive dashboards and reports for various stakeholders, enabling data-driven decision-making  Other  Support the financial integrity process in validating internal and external reports to identify data discrepancies  Assist with scheduling and taking notes for key finance meetings  Performs other duties as needed and assigned   Qualifications:  Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting  Master’s [...]

November 8, 2023 Webinar: Navigating Open Enrollment at the Massachusetts Health Connector

Video Video Transcript: Coming soon Download Presentation PDF Download Presentation PDF Resources To get an estimate for the plans that may be available to you: https://betterhealthconnector.com/get-an-estimateTo search by your provider and your medication preferences (before you apply): Health Connector’s Plan Comparison ToolFor help getting started with the application: https://www.mahealthconnector.org/get-startedLink to the application: https://www.mahix.org/individual/For questions on how to enter income: MAhealthconnector.org/how-do-i-answer-questions-about-incomeLink to affordability questionnaire if you are offered coverage and think it may not be affordable: Job-based Insurance Affordability Calculator – Massachusetts Health Connector (mahealthconnector.org)For Medicare questions or questions regarding things to consider if you are over 65 and in need of coverage, please reach out to our colleagues from SHINE: https://www.mass.gov/health-insurance-counselingFor questions about COBRA or alternative coverage through the Health Connector: health-coverage-after-a-job-loss-eng.pdf (mahealthconnector.org)For questions about dental plans: MAhealthconnector.org/dentalIf you have a unique situation or question that you would like to discuss further or simply need more help, the Health Connector Customer Service team is available. They can be reached by phone at: 1-877-MA-ENROLL (1-877-623-6765), or TTY 1-877-623-7773 for people who are deaf, hard of hearing, or speech disabled.  Business hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.  https://www.mahealthconnector.org/about/contactIn addition, support is available from Certified Assisters and Navigators in your community for free.  Navigators are Health Connector Grantee organizations and have been trained to help with health insurance applications and Health Connector enrollment. It’s important to call ahead and schedule an appointment if you’d like their assistance.  To find help in your community or to find help [...]

2 de novembro de 2023 Webinar em português do Brasil: Como manter ou obter cobertura por meio do MassHealth e do Health Connector

Video Video Transcript: Coming soon Baixe o PDF da Apresentação BAIXAR APRESENTAÇÃO Recursos adicionais Encontre mais informações, ferramentas e recursos para indivíduos e famílias sobre as determinações do MassHealth em https://mass.gov/masshealthrenewPara obter ajuda com a renovação do MassHealth, visite http://masshealthrenew.org

Open Enrollment starts with new ConnectorCare eligibility delivering more affordable coverage to more residents

The deadline for coverage beginning January 1 is December 23, 2023, but residents have until January 23 to apply for 2024 coverage BOSTON, November 1, 2023 – Open Enrollment for 2024 health plans through the Massachusetts Health Connector starts today, with expanded access for tens of thousands of newly-eligible Massachusetts residents to the landmark ConnectorCare program that already helps 156,000 people access more affordable coverage. Open Enrollment is when anyone who needs health insurance can find coverage through the Health Connector, the Commonwealth’s official health insurance Marketplace. Open Enrollment runs through Jan. 23, but the deadline to start the New Year with coverage is Dec. 23. People who need health insurance can go to MAhealthconnector.org to apply and enroll in coverage. They can also find community-based support in dozens of languages to assist with completing an application. ConnectorCare plans save participants thousands of dollars in annual health care costs. For the first time, all Marketplace commercial carriers will participate in the program, which features subsidized monthly premiums, low co-pays, and no deductible payments. The two-year pilot expansion of ConnectorCare was part of the Fiscal Year 2024 state budget and increases income eligibility limits from 300 to 500 percent of the federal poverty level (FPL) – $72,900 for an individual and $150,000 for a family of four. “No matter the reason – whether someone has lost MassHealth coverage, is new to Massachusetts, or recently lost coverage from an employer – there is no better time to find coverage through the [...]

September 26, 2023 Webinar: Keeping or Getting Health Coverage through MassHealth and the Health Connector

Video Video Transcript: Coming soon Download Presentation PDF Download Presentation PDF Resources Find more information, tools, and resources for individuals and families on MassHealth determinations at https://mass.gov/masshealthrenew To get help with your MassHealth renewal, visit http://masshealthrenew.org

30 de agosto de 2023 webinar en español: Mantener u obtener cobertura a través de MassHealth y Health Connector

Video MassHealth necesita renovar la cobertura de todos los miembros para asegurarse de que sigan siendo elegibles y reciban la mejor cobertura para la que reúnen los requisitos.Los Navegadores explicarán:Cómo actualizar su información para renovar su cobertura de MassHealthSi ya no es elegible para MassHealth, los Navegadores le explicarán:Cómo obtener cobertura a través de Health ConnectorCómo obtener ayuda con el costo Video Transcript: Coming soon Baixe o PDF da Apresentação Baixe o PDF da Apresentação Recursos adicionais Encuentre más información, herramientas y recursos para personas y familias sobre las determinaciones de MassHealth en https://mass.gov/masshealthrenewPara obtener ayuda con su renovación de MassHealth, visite http://masshealthrenew.org

August 8, 2023 Webinar: Keeping or Getting Health Coverage through MassHealth and the Health Connector

Video Video Transcript: Coming soon Download Presentation PDF Download Presentation PDF Resources Find more information, tools, and resources for individuals and families on MassHealth determinations at https://mass.gov/masshealthrenew To get help with your MassHealth renewal, visit http://masshealthrenew.org

June 21, 2023 Webinar: Keeping or Getting Health Coverage through MassHealth and the Health Connector

Video Video Transcript: Coming soon Download Presentation PDF Download Presentation PDF Resources Find more information, tools, and resources for individuals and families on MassHealth determinations at https://mass.gov/masshealthrenew To get help with your MassHealth renewal, visit http://masshealthrenew.org

Turning 26? What you need to know to #StayCovered

Are you turning 26 soon and still on your parent’s health insurance policy?  Did you know that you will need to take action or you may no longer have health insurance? Don’t worry, you have options! Turning 26 triggers a special enrollment period that allows you to enroll in new health insurance coverage a within 60-days of your birthday. Get coverage from your job If you have a job that offers insurance, you can enroll in that coverage as turning 26—known as aging out—is considered a qualifying life event and will enable you to enroll in job-based coverage outside of your job’s open enrollment period. Get covered through your school If you are a college student, you may be able to enroll in a student health insurance plan through your school. Find out more Apply for coverage through the Health Connector When you apply for coverage through the Health Connector, you could be eligible for subsidies to help lower the cost of health insurance. Also, depending on your household size, income, and other factors, you may be eligible for MassHealth (Medicaid) coverage. By apply for coverage through the Health Connector, you can see if you are eligible for coverage through the Health Connector or MassHealth without needing to complete a separate application. Get started now → Get help applying → Do I qualify for help paying for health insurance costs? If you’re not your parent’s tax dependent when you lose coverage you may be eligible for savings if you qualify based [...]

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