Customer Service Advocate I

Palmetto GBA, LLC; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Subsidized health plans

401k retirement savings with company?

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

On-site cafeterias and fitness centers

Education Assistance

Service Recognition

Job summary

BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina seeks a Customer Service Advocate I to respond promptly, accurately, and courteously to inquiries by phone, email, or in person. You will document inquiries, coordinate with other departments, and support process improvements.

The role is full-time on-site in Columbia, SC, with a training period 8:00am to 4:30pm for 8 weeks, followed by 8:00am to 6:00pm shifts. A high school diploma is required; an associate degree is preferred; two years of service

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Preferred 2 years of customer service or call center experience.
• Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet and database software.

Responsibilities

• Respond promptly, accurately and courteously to inquiries via telephone, email, web or walk-ins.
• Document inquiries and coordinate with other departments to resolve issues.
• Support process improvements and report issues to management.
• Maintain records on complaints and feedback and track resolution.
• Provide feedback to management on customer problems and needs.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Customer service skills

Organizational skills

Stress management

Good judgment

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate Degree

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

## Customer Service Advocate IApply: On-site: Columbia, South Carolina: Full time: Posted Yesterday: End Date: October 20, 2026 (5 days left to apply): R1052750# **Summary**Provides prompt, accurate, thorough and courteous responses to all customer inquiries. Performs research as needed to resolve inquiries.# **Description****Location:**This position is full-time (40 hours/week) Monday - Friday in a typical office environment. Employees are required to work a training schedule of 8:00am to 4:30pm for 8 weeks. After training you will need to be available to work a full-time schedule between the hours on 8:00am to 6:00pm. Schedules will be provided after training. This role is located at 17 Technology Circle, Columbia, SC 29203. **Sponsorship:** This position is not eligible for sponsorship now or in the future. **What You’ll Do:*** Ensures effective customer relations by responding accurately, timely and courteously to telephone, written, web, or walk-in inquiries. Accurately documents inquiries.* Initiates or processes adjustments or performs other research as needed to resolve inquiries. Coordinates with other departments to resolve problems. Responds to, researches and/or assists with priority inquiries and special projects as required by management.* Provides feedback to management regarding customer problems, questions and needs. Maintains accurate records on complaints and/or other customer comments, and makes recommendations for changes to management. Follows through on complaints until resolved or reports to management as needed.* Maintains basic knowledge of quality work instructions and company policies. Assists with process improvements through the recommendation of changes in procedures and techniques discovered during daily operations. Maintains all departmental productivity, quality, and timeliness standards.* Identifies and promptly reports and/or refers suspected fraudulent activities and system errors to the appropriate departments. **To Qualify for This Position, You'll Need the Following:*** **Required Education:** High School Diploma or equivalent* Required Work Experience:* Required Skills and Abilities: Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Strong human relations and organizational skills. Ability to handle high stress situations. Good judgment skills. Strong customer service skills. Ability to learn and operate multiple computer systems effectively and efficiently.* **Required Software and Other Tools:** Basic computer operating skills. Standard office equipment. **We prefer that you have:*** **Preferred Education:** Associate Degree* **Preferred Work Experience:** 2 years-of customer service or call center experience.* **Preferred Software and Other Tools**: Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database software.**Work Environment**:* Typical office environment. **Our Comprehensive Benefits Package Includes the Following:**We offer our employees great benefits and rewards. You will be eligible to participate in the benefits the first of the month following 28 days of employment.* Subsidized health plans, dental and vision coverage* 401k retirement savings plan with company match* Life Insurance · Paid Time Off (PTO)* On-site cafeterias and fitness centers in major locations* Education Assistance* Service Recognition · National discounts to movies, theaters, zoos, theme parks and more **What We Can Do for You:**We understand the value of a diverse and inclusive workplace and strive to be an employer where employees across all spectrums have the opportunity to develop their skills, advance their careers and contribute their unique abilities to the growth of our company. ' **What To Expect Next:**After submitting your application, our recruiting team members will review your resume to ensure you meet the qualifications. This may include a brief telephone interview or email communication with our recruiter to verify resume specifics and salary requirements.**Equal Employment Opportunity Statement** BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina and our subsidiary companies maintain a continuing policy of nondiscrimination in employment to promote employment opportunities for persons regardless of age, race, color, national origin, sex, religion, veteran status, disability, weight, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other legally protected status. Additionally, as a federal contractor, the company maintains affirmative action programs to promote employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. It is our policy to provide equal opportunities in all phases of the employment process and to comply with applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations. We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities, pregnant individuals, individuals with pregnancy-related conditions, and individuals needing accommodations for sincerely held religious beliefs, provided that those accommodations do not impose an undue hardship on the Company. If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please email [e-mail] or call 800-288-2227, ext. 47480 with the nature of your request. We will make a determination regarding your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.