Community Relations Rep II- Greater Toledo, Ohio Area

Community Relations Representative II Location: Ohio. This field-based role enables associates to primarily operate in the field, traveling to client sites or designated locations as their role requires, with occasional office attendance for meetings or training. This approach ensures flexibility, responsiveness to client needs, and direct, hands-on engagement. This role is going to be assigned to travel within the following Ohio territory: Greater   Toledo   area and surrounding counties: Williams, Fulton, Lucas, Defiance, Henry, Wood, Paulding, Van Wert, Mercer, Auglaize, Allen, Putnam, Hardin, Hancok, Ottawa, Sandusky, Seneca, Wyandot. ​ Please note that per our policy on hybrid/virtual work, candidates not within a reasonable commuting distance from the posting location(s) will not be considered for employment, unless an accommodation is granted as required by law. Schedule: This role will require flexibility on working and participating in events in non standard traditional hours and/or weekends. The   Community Relations Representative II will be responsible for developing and maintaining M edicaid-plan   generated   community relations   activities , new contacts and/or partnerships in the community. How you will make an impact: Assists   with establishing and   maintaining   positive relationships with community organizations, provider offices, and faith-based organizations;   performs   activities to enhance presence in the community.    Responsible for growing membership through educating and servicing the Medicaid   population, including meeting the   communities   need for ongoing educational and social service outreach to existing and potential members.    Leads and manages strategies within a specific territory or business initiative. Acts as liaison with community advocacy groups that impacts target population. Identifies, develops and builds relationships with community organizations, provider offices, and faith based organizations; performs activities to enhance presence in the community. Assists members and potential members with benefit and/or enrollments inquiries. Identifies cultural issues regarding current and potential members and communicate issues to management. Coordinates volunteer activities by planning,   organizing   and providing volunteer management for events. Responds to requests for funding.   Conducts marketing activities, events, exhibits, education, and presentations   in an effort to   educate   members and   maintain   and/or   establish   relationships with providers, community, and faith-based organizations.   Tracks all marketing and sales activities and maintains sales database. Conducts marketing presentations to increase effectiveness in establishing rapport, assessing individual needs, and communicating product/benefit features and differences. Identifies   and enlists the cooperation of individuals, groups, social service   agencies   and other community organizations in educational and outreach activities.   Tracks   utilization   of company contributions.    Develops and implements communication plans.    Manages   relationships with external constituencies.   Ensures consistent compliance with all state, federal, and company specific requirements.   ​ Minimum Requirements:   Requires a HS diploma or equivalent and a minimum of 2 years of experience in healthcare or sales/marketing environment; or any combination of education and experience, which would provide an equivalent background. Valid driver's license and access to a motor vehicle with valid motor vehicle insurance required. Insurance license may be required dependent on state. Preferred Skills, Capabilities and Experiences: AD or BA/BS preferred. Knowledge about provider network that supports the delivery area, knowledge of plan and/or competitors value