Medicaid Enrollment Specialist

Colorado-Coalition-For-the-Homeless; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

403(b) retirement savings matching

Extensive paid time-off

Domestic partner coverage

Job summary

The Colorado Coalition for the Homeless is hiring an Enrollment Specialist to verify eligibility for health insurance programs and assist clients with enrollment. You will greet clients, register data, and navigate government programs, while maintaining accurate records and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.

You will travel to property sites for outreach events and provide compassionate, trauma-informed service.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous customer service, front desk, or medical office experience preferred.
• Experience working with vulnerable or underserved populations strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of Medicaid, CHP+, Medicare Savings Programs, CICP, and Connect for Health Colorado eligibility and enrollment processes.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with high emotional intelligence.
• Proficiency in EHR systems, enrollment platforms, and Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment with frequent client interactions.
• Sensitivity to homelessness issues and a demonstrated commitment to working with underserved populations.
• Ability to function independently and as part of a team with professionalism and respect.
• Demonstrated skills in de-escalation, situational awareness, and trauma-informed care.

Responsibilities

• Research and verify patient eligibility for health insurance programs and benefits.
• Register and interview clients to obtain accurate demographic and financial information.
• Inform clients about the availability of government-funded discount programs.
• Complete enrollment applications using both electronic and manual systems.
• Identify and correct enrollment discrepancies in compliance with program guidelines.
• Maintain expertise in eligibility requirements and specifications for Medicaid, CHP+, Medicare Savings Programs, CICP, and Connect for Health Colorado.
• Record and maintain accurate data on enrollment cases worked; submit required data to the State of Colorado to maintain compliance with state enrollment oversight.
• Periodically travel to CCH properties outside of the downtown health center to conduct enrollment outreach events in coordination with CCH staff.
• Interpret and communicate federal, state, and local program eligibility criteria, policies, and procedures to clients and staff.
• Provide back-up support to Client Access Representatives as needed, including lobby coverage and client intake.
• Assist clients with questions and concerns, connecting them to appropriate CCH services and community resources.
• Support a professional, trauma-informed, and confidential work environment that values respect, inclusivity, and teamwork.
• Take initiative to identify ways to deliver healthcare in a more compassionate, expedited, and user-friendly manner.
• Ensure timely & accurate use of all company systems as required while maintaining complete up-to-date records and any future upgrades as directed.
• Performs other job duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Emotional intelligence

Multitasking

Customer service

Trauma-informed care

Microsoft Office

EHR systems

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

EHR systems

Enrollment platforms

Microsoft Office

Job description

Posted Tuesday, August 4, 2026 at 6:00 AM

This position will be posted for a minimum of 5 days

Coalition Mission

The mission of the Colorado Coalition for the Homeless is to work collaboratively toward the prevention of homelessness and the creation of lasting solutions for families, children, and individuals who are experiencing or at-risk of homelessness throughout Colorado.

The Coalition advocates for and provides a continuum of housing and a variety of services to improve the health, well-being, and stability of those it serves.

Our Philosophy of Service

We believe all people have the right to adequate housing and health care. We work to remove the barriers that restrict access to these rights. Society benefits when adequate housing and healthcare are available to everyone.

We create lasting solutions to homelessness by:

• Honoring the inherent dignity of those we serve, affirming their capabilities, and fostering their hope that a better life is possible;
• Building strong, caring, and trauma-informed communities through the integration of housing, health care, and supportive services;
• Advocating for social and racial equity, inclusion, and diversity and challenging the status quo in partnership with our workforce members and those we serve;
• Achieving excellence through continuous quality assurance, innovation, and professional development;
• Using resources judiciously and effectively.

The Enrollment Specialist works within a multi-disciplinary care team performing both independent and delegated duties, including registration and financial screening functions to determine eligibility for health benefit coverage under various healthcare assistance programs. As part of the Client Access team, this role also assists with front desk and lobby functions by greeting and directing clients, vendors, and visitors, while providing customer service and office support to ensure seamless access to care.

Duties/Responsibilities (Essential Functions)

• Research and verify patient eligibility for health insurance programs and benefits.
• Register and interview clients to obtain accurate demographic and financial information.
• Inform clients about the availability of government-funded discount programs.
• Complete enrollment applications using both electronic and manual systems.
• Identify and correct enrollment discrepancies in compliance with program guidelines.
• Maintain expertise in eligibility requirements and specifications for Medicaid, Child Health Plan Plus (CHP+), Medicare Savings Programs, CICP, and Connect for Health Colorado.
• Record and maintain accurate data on enrollment cases worked; submit required data to the State of Colorado to maintain compliance with state enrollment oversight.
• Periodically travel to CCH properties outside of the downtown health center to conduct enrollment outreach events in coordination with CCH staff.
• Interpret and communicate federal, state, and local program eligibility criteria, policies, and procedures to clients and staff.
• Provide back-up support to Client Access Representatives as needed, including lobby coverage and client intake.
• Assist clients with questions and concerns, connecting them to appropriate CCH services and community resources.
• Support a professional, trauma-informed, and confidential work environment that values respect, inclusivity, and teamwork.
• Take initiative to identify ways to deliver healthcare in a more compassionate, expedited, and user-friendly manner.
• Ensure timely & accurate use of all company systems as required while maintaining complete up-to-date records and any future upgrades as directed.
• Performs other job duties as assigned.

Education, Experience and Job Competencies

• Education
  • High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous customer service, front desk, or medical office experience preferred.
• Experience working with vulnerable or underserved populations strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of Medicaid, CHP+, Medicare Savings Programs, CICP, and Connect for Health Colorado eligibility and enrollment processes.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with high emotional intelligence.
• Proficiency in EHR systems, enrollment platforms, and Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment with frequent client interactions.
• Sensitivity to homelessness issues and a demonstrated commitment to working with underserved populations.
• Ability to function independently and as part of a team with professionalism and respect.
• Demonstrated skills in de-escalation, situational awareness, and trauma-informed care.

We offer a full suite of benefits for our eligible employees and their dependents. We’re proud to offer same-and opposite-sex domestic partner coverage.

• Health Insurance - HMO or PPO
• Company paid basic life and AD&D insurance coverage, Employee Assistance Program, 403(b) retirement savings matching,
• Extensive paid time-off, including holidays, sick leave, and vacation

The effective date for your benefits will be the first of the month following your date of hire.

Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation and without posing a direct threat to the health or safety of themselves or others. CCH is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any characteristic protected by law.