Bilingual Retention Program Advisor

Smart Start, Inc.; Beckley (WV); Remote; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plan (medical, dental, vision)

401(k) with company match

Uncapped incentives

Work-life balance

Job summary

Smart Start, Inc. is seeking a Remote Retention Program Advisor in the Care Center to handle appointment scheduling and account inquiries, using retention rebuttals to secure attendance or reschedule in a high-volume environment.

The role requires bilingual English/Spanish, a high school diploma, 6+ months in customer service, and proficiency with CRM and scheduling systems. Equipment is provided and performance incentives maximize earnings.

Qualifications

• Bilingual English/Spanish required; qualifies for additional compensation.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 6+ months in customer service, call center, or retention-focused roles.
• Experience navigating CRM and scheduling systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage inbound and outbound calls for appointment rescheduling and inquiries.
• Assist customers with installation process and policies.
• Handle cancellations with retention solutions.
• Document customer interactions in CRM and scheduling platforms.
• Navigate multiple systems during live calls.
• De-escalate challenging customer situations with empathy.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners.
• Escalate complex issues with timely follow-up.
• Meet performance metrics related to retention and service quality.
• Adhere to policies and confidentiality standards.
• Provide general Care Center support.

Skills

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Strong multitasking

Excellent communication

Remote work self-motivation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CRM platforms

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

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DEPARTMENT:Care Center

FLSA:Non-Exempt (Hourly + Performance Incentives)

Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday, 7am-8pm; Saturday & 8am-5pm

*This is a fully remote position, and all necessary equipment will be provided to ensure a productive and comfortable work environment*

Why You Should Join Us!

• Hourly-rate pay along with uncapped, performance-based incentives, allowing you to maximize your earning through your own hard work and achievements
• A comprehensive health plan that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage to ensure you and your family have access to the care you need
• A 401(k)-retirement plan with a generous company match to help you save for your future and achieve your financial goals
• Other fringe benefits include Birthday & Anniversary bonus, company-wide discounts, legal services, short & long-term disability, etc.
• Positive work environments that offer work/life balance and professional growth
• Mission-driven work making a global impact with local roots
• The opportunity to have hands on work experience with industry leading, innovative technology

Position Summary

The Retention Program Advisor engages with potential customers regarding appointment scheduling and account inquiries. The advisor proactively uses retention rebuttals to address hesitation or barriers, working to secure attendance at the scheduled installation appointment or to reschedule the customer to a different date, time, and/or service location.Through professional, empathetic, and solution-oriented communication, the Advisor helps preserve customer relationships, protect revenue, and uphold our strong reputation in the industry. The ideal candidate thrives in a high-volume call environment and can confidently multitask across systems while maintaining a positive customer experience.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage inbound and outbound calls related to appointment rescheduling, service inquiries, and account support.
• Assist customers with navigating their installation process and provide clear, accurate information regarding policies and procedures.
• Professionally handle cancellation requests by identifying root concerns, addressing objections, and offering appropriate retention solutions.
• Maintain detailed and accurate documentation of all customer interactions in CRM and scheduling platforms.
• Navigate multiple systems simultaneously while maintaining a positive, solution-focused conversation.
• De-escalate challenging customer situations with empathy, professionalism, and sound judgment.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to ensure seamless service delivery.
• Escalate complex issues appropriately while ensuring timely follow-up.
• Meet established performance metrics related to customer retention, service quality, and call handling standards.
• Adhere to company policies, procedures, and confidentiality standards.
• Provide general Care Center support and perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bilingual (English/Spanish) proficiency required; qualifies for additional compensation.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of 6 months of experience in customer service, call center, account management, or retention-focused roles.
• Experience handling objections, conflict resolution, or account retention preferred.
• Strong multitasking skills with the ability to navigate CRM and scheduling systems during live calls.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Professional, empathetic, and persuasive communication style.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to remain calm and solution-focused in high-volume or high-stress situations.
• Self-motivated and comfortable working in a remote environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and CRM platforms.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

The physical demands and work environment described below are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Regularly required to communicate verbally and hear.
• Frequently required to use hands and fingers to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls.
• Occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Requires close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the position. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as assigned by an authorized supervisor. The Company may modify duties, responsibilities, and requirements as needed, including providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.

This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, and employment remains at will.