Consumer Advocate

PSEG Long Island LLC; Melville (NY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k)

Life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

PSEG Long Island LLC is seeking an experienced Consumer Advocate to connect low- to moderate-income customers with eligible assistance programs and benefits. The role blends field and office work, partnering with community agencies, attending outreach events, and resolving customer inquiries to support financial stability and access to resources.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Business, or related field (or 9 years of relevant experience), bilingual English plus

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Business, or related discipline; or 9 years of relevant community outreach experience in lieu of a degree.
• Experience in social work or community outreach with a focus on assisting low-income or vulnerable populations.
• Knowledge of government benefit programs and community resources.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate PSEG Long Island core values in all interactions.
• Assess accounts to determine eligibility for programs and services.
• Advocate for customers experiencing financial hardship and help them establish payment plans.
• Conduct interviews to develop action plans and assist with program applications.
• Promote Household Assistance Program and contribute to annual metrics.
• Participate in outreach events; weekends and evenings as needed.
• Present services to staff, community leaders, and customers.

Skills

Bilingual English-Spanish

Empathy

Active listening

Government benefits knowledge

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Business, or related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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We’re one of the country’s largest energy companies, with a vision of powering a future where people use energy more efficiently and it’s safer and delivered more reliably than ever. We’re also deeply connected to the communities we serve, with more than 13,000 employees working together to support our customers and make a difference every day.

Here, you’ll have the stability and exciting opportunities that come with being a Fortune 500 company — along with a supportive, friendly work environment where your contributions are valued.

We offer a flexible work environment designed to balance employee needs with collaboration and operational excellence. Roles fall into two categories:

• Hybrid: A blend of remote and onsite work, with at least three onsite days per week required.

As an employee, if you are regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week, you will have access to a wide range of comprehensive benefits designed to support your total well-being: medical, dental, vision, paternal leave and family leave programs, behavioral health programs, 401(k), life insurance, tuition reimbursement, and generous paid time off.

More than 13,000 people already call PSEG their work home, taking pride in providing safe, reliable service to millions of customers. If you’re looking for a place where you can build a meaningful career and help power and support our communities, we’d love to welcome you to the team.

PSEG is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.

Job Summary

The Consumer Advocate connects low to moderate income customers and those facing financial hardships with eligible assistance programs and benefits. Operating in the field and the office, the Advocate partners with community agencies and social service offices, attends outreach events, and resolves escalated customer inquiries to ensure financial stability and access to vital resources.

Job Responsibilities

• Demonstrate PSEG Long Island core values in all interactions.
• Assess accounts to determine eligibility for programs & services.
• Advocate for customers experiencing financial hardship & help them establish manageable payment plans.
• Conduct interviews with customers to develop action plans for their specific needs & assist with program applications.
• Promote the Household Assistance Program and contribute to the annual metric.
• Participate in outreach events to assist customers. Weekend & evenings, as needed.
• Present to staff, community leaders, & customers on available services.
• Build strategic partnerships with leaders across nonprofit, government, and business sectors to collaboratively serve the community.
• Represent PSEG Long Island on local advisory boards & committees.
• Collaborate directly with social service agencies to connect customers with resources.
• Track community trends & identify underserved demographics to improve program targeting.
• Complete detailed monthly reports on outreach activities, enrollment & customer outcomes.

Job Specific Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Business, or a related discipline and at least 5 years of experience in social work or community outreach; or, in lieu of a degree, a minimum of 9 years of relevant experience in social work or community outreach
• Bilingual in English and another language (Spanish, Chinese, or French Creole preferred)
• Demonstrated empathy and strong active listening skills
• Knowledge of government benefit programs
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Excel and Word
• Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively in a dynamic environment
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively as part of a team
• Ability to analyze data and draw meaningful conclusions
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Must possess and maintain a valid U.S. driver’s license and a safe driving record
  
• Compliance with the Department of Energy's regulation 10 CFR 810 is required
• Utility/Energy Efficiency experience

Some positions at PSEG require access to information covered by the Department of Energy’s regulation 10 CFR 810 (Part 810). If applicable, the successful applicant must prove they are: (1) a citizen or national of the USA; OR (2) a lawful permanent resident of the United States (Non-Conditional Permanent I-551 / Green Card / Permanent Resident Card holder); OR (3) a citizen, national, or permanent resident of a “Generally Authorized” destination on the attached list andnot also a citizen, national, permanent resident of any country not listed; OR (4) a “Protected Individual” under the Immigration and Naturalization Act (8 U.S.C 1324b(a)(3)).

As an employee of PSEG Long Island, you should be aware that during storm/outage restoration efforts, you may be required to perform functions different from normal operations and work extended hours beyond your regular work schedule. You may also be required to work on premise or in an alternate location as directed by the company.

For all roles, PSEGLI’s drug and alcohol testing program includes pre-employment testing, testing for cause, and post-incident/accident testing.
Employees who are hired or transfer into a federally regulated role (including positions covered by USDOT, PHMSA, or NRC regulations) are subject to random drug and alcohol testing, inclusive of marijuana. Although numerous states throughout the country have legalized marijuana/cannabis products recreationally and medically, the use of these products are prohibited for employees in federally regulated roles. Please note that the use of CBD products may result in a positive drug test for THC/Marijuana and such use is not a legitimate medical explanation for a positive result.

If you are a current PSEG employee and offered an opportunity with PSEG Long Island, you will be treated as a new hire. Please note that as a new hire to the Long Island subsidiary, your benefits will change and generally will be consistent with other similarly situated PSEG Long Island new hires. Similarly, for PSEG Long Island employees who accept job opportunities with PSEG or any of its subsidiaries (other than PSEG Long Island), their benefits will change and generally be consistent with other similarly situated new hires of that company.

PSEGLI is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment, including the hiring process, based on any legally protected characteristic. Legally protected characteristics include race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law in locations where PSEG employs individuals.
PSEGLI is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance applying for a position, please call 973-430-3845 or email [e-mail].
If you need to request a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential functions of the job, email [e-mail]. Any information provided regarding a disability will be kept strictly confidential and will not be shared with anyone involved in making a hiring decision.

Nearest Major Market: Long Island
Nearest Secondary Market: New York CIty