Molina Healthcare of Nebraska is seeking a dynamic Sr Community Engagement & Growth Specialist in/near the Norfolk area. 
Experience working with Tribal communities is highly desired

This role will help drive choice membership and retain existing members. It is crucial in building and fostering relationships with community-based organizations and providers to promote Molina's services. The Sr Specialist will collaborate with internal teams (Quality, Provider Relations, Medicare, and Marketplace) to align activities and ensure a cohesive approach.

Key Responsibilities:

• Drive membership growth and retention for Molina Healthcare Medicaid.
• Build and maintain relationships with community-based organizations and healthcare providers.
• Promote Molina's services and advocate for the company within the community.
• Collaborate with internal teams to align activities and strategies.
• Support team members by covering activities virtually or in person as needed.

Qualifications:

• Experience working with Tribal communities
• Previous experience in sales or community engagement.
• Strong organizational skills and a team player mentality.
• Availability to work flexible hours, including early mornings, nights, and weekends.
• Growth mindset with a proactive approach to community promotion and advocacy.
• Strong presentation skills and broad knowledge of Medicaid is helpful.

If you are passionate about community engagement and have the drive to promote healthcare services, we encourage you to apply. Help us make a difference in the lives of Medicaid members in Nebraska

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Under limited supervision, responsible for carrying out enrollment events and achieving assigned membership growth targets through a combination of direct and indirect marketing activities, with the primary responsibility of improving the plan's overall “choice” rate.   Works collaboratively with other key departments to increase Medicaid assignment percentage for Molina.
• Responsible for achieving monthly, quarterly, and annual enrollment goals & growth and choice targets, as established by management.
• Works closely with other team members and management to develop/maintain/deepen relationships with key business leaders, community-based organizations (CBOs) and providers, ensuring all efforts are directed towards building Medicaid membership.  Effectively moves these relationships through the “enrollment” pipeline.
• Schedules, coordinates & participates in enrollment events, encourages key partners to participate, and assists where feasible.
• Works cohesively with Provider Services to ensure providers within assigned territory are aware of Molina products and services.  Establishes simple referral processes for providers and CBOs to refer clients who may be eligible for other Molina products.
• Viewed as a “subject matter expert” (SME) by community and influencers on the health care delivery system and wellness topics.
• Delivers presentations, attends meetings and distributes educational materials to both members and potential members.
• Answers incoming calls from perspective and current members.  Provides them with information and materials about Molina Healthcare.  Directs members to the appropriate Molina department(s) as needed and assists with contacting department(s) through in-house phone line assistance.
• Coordinates, leads, and executes company programs for each of their perspective regions.
• Responsible for assisting and executing Molina turnkey events and align media components.    

REQUIRED EDUCATION: Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent, job-related experience.
PREFERRED EDUCATION: Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing or related discipline.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:

• 5 years of related experience (e.g., marketing, business development, community engagement, healthcare industry).
• Demonstrated exceptional networking and negotiations skills.  Experience with sales and marketing techniques.
• Demonstrated strong public speaking and presentations skills. 
• Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment with little supervision.

REQUIRED LICENSE, CERTIFICATION, ASSOCIATION: Must have valid driver’s license with good driving record and be able to drive within applicable state or locality with reliable transportation.

PREFERRED LICENSE, CERTIFICATION, ASSOCIATION:

• Active Life & Health Insurance
• Market Place Certified

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

• Prior related work experience in a senior or lead capacity.
• Solid understanding of Health Care Markets, primarily Medicaid.
• Previous healthcare marketing, enrollment and/or grassroots/community outreach experience a plus.
• 5+ years of outreach experience serving low-income populations and/or experience presenting to influencer audiences.
• 3 - 5 years project management experience, preferably in a health care or outreach setting.
• Fluency in a second language highly desirable.

To all current Molina employees: If you are interested in applying for this position, please apply through the intranet job listing.
Molina Healthcare offers a competitive benefits and compensation package. Molina Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) M/F/D/V.
Same Posting Description for Internal and External Candidates

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