Customer Service Advocate I

Southcarolinablues; Columbia, Northern (SC, KY); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site cafeterias

Fitness centers

Education Assistance

401k retirement plan

Job summary

Planned Administrators Inc. in Columbia, SC is seeking a Customer Service Advocate I to handle customer inquiries across phone, email, and walk-ins. You will document each case, perform necessary research, and coordinate with other departments to resolve issues promptly. Training is on-site, with potential for hybrid work after probation.

The role emphasizes accurate communication, handling high‑stress situations, and maintaining quality records while contributing to service improvements.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong human relations and organizational skills.
• Ability to learn and operate multiple computer systems efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Provide prompt, accurate, courteous responses to inquiries via phone, email, web, or walk-ins.
• Document inquiries and initiate necessary adjustments or research to resolve issues.
• Coordinate with other departments to resolve problems and report outcomes.
• Offer feedback on customer problems and suggest process improvements.
• Maintain records of complaints and customer comments for management review.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Customer service

Multitasking

Decision making

Education

High School Diploma

Associate Degree preferred

Tools

MS Office

Job description

## Customer Service Advocate IApply: Hybrid: Columbia, South Carolina: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: October 1, 2026 (6 days left to apply): R1052437# **Summary**Provides prompt, accurate, thorough and courteous responses to all customer inquiries. Performs research as needed to resolve inquiries.# **Description****Logistics:** Planned Administrators Inc. (PAI) –One of BlueCross BlueShield's South Carolina subsidiary companies.**Location:** This position is full-time (40-hours/week) Monday-Friday in a typical office environment from 8:30AM-5PM.Training will be conducted on-site at 17 Technology Circle, Columbia, SC 29203 for approximately five to six weeks, Monday-Friday, from 8:30AM to 5:00PM. Following the training period, employees may be eligible for a hybrid work schedule based on performance review.**What You’ll Do:*** Ensure effective customer relations by responding accurately, timely and courteously to telephone, written, web, or walk-in inquiries. Accurately documents inquiries.* Initiate or processes adjustments or perform other research as needed to resolve inquiries. Coordinates with other departments to resolve problems. Responds to, research and/or assists with priority inquiries and special projects as required by management.* Provide 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.* Maintain 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.* Identify and promptly report and/or refer 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 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.* undefined**We Prefer 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. **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.