Senior Benefit Navigator

Keystone Advisors; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Company-paid licensing support

Comprehensive benefits package

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Keystone Advisors is seeking a Senior Benefit Navigator in Houston, Texas. This role involves providing expert guidance to clients on complex healthcare decisions, ensuring a positive customer experience across all product lines.

The ideal candidate has over 7 years of experience in customer service or healthcare, strong communication skills, and proficiency with Salesforce. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a collaborative culture.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in customer service, insurance, healthcare, or a related field.
• Strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Advanced proficiency with CRM systems and Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact for escalated client concerns.
• Educate clients on healthcare plans and coverage options.
• Conduct proactive outreach to at-risk clients.

Skills

Customer service

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Salesforce

Microsoft Office

Job description

Join Keystone Advisors and Make a Meaningful Difference

At Keystone Advisors, your work directly impacts the lives of thousands of individuals and families by helping them secure the health coverage they need for peace of mind and financial stability.

As a Senior Benefit Navigator, you will do more than answer questions—you will serve as a trusted advocate, guiding clients through complex healthcare decisions, resolving critical issues, and ensuring they receive the support they deserve.

We are looking for experienced professionals who combine compassion, problem-solving, and a commitment to excellence. In return, we offer a collaborative environment, opportunities for professional growth, company-paid licensing, and the chance to be part of a team that truly changes lives.

If you are passionate about helping others and want to build a rewarding career with purpose, Keystone Advisors may be the perfect place for you.

We partner with leading insurance carriers to help individuals, families, and businesses find the health coverage that best fits their needs. Serving clients in 49 states, we provide guidance on:

• ACA Marketplace plans
• Medicare Advantage
• Medicare Supplement (Medigap)
• Prescription Drug Plans (Part D)
• Dental and Vision insurance

Our mission is simple: provide expert guidance and exceptional service so every client feels confident in their healthcare decisions.

Position Summary

The Senior Benefit Navigator is a highly experienced client advocate responsible for resolving complex benefit and coverage issues, delivering proactive retention outreach, and ensuring an outstanding customer experience across all product lines.

This role serves as a trusted liaison between clients, insurance carriers, healthcare providers, and internal teams. The ideal candidate combines deep insurance knowledge, analytical problem-solving, empathy, and leadership to protect membership and drive client satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

Client Advocacy & Case Resolution

• Serve as the primary point of contact for escalated client concerns, complaints, and complex service issues.
• Assist clients with quotes, enrollments, eligibility, claims, billing, reinstatements, and post-enrollment support.
• Investigate and resolve urgent situations such as loss of coverage or medical access issues.
• Coordinate with carriers, providers, and internal teams to ensure timely resolution.

Benefit Navigation & Education

• Educate clients on healthcare plans, benefits, and coverage options.
• Conduct needs assessments to identify financial, medical, and social concerns.
• Develop personalized action plans and care strategies.
• Help clients navigate online portals and self-service tools.

Retention & Outreach

• Conduct proactive outreach to at-risk clients.
• Identify opportunities to improve retention and engagement.
• Analyze customer behavior and trends to recommend retention strategies.

Reporting & Continuous Improvement

• Prepare reports on retention metrics, service trends, and improvement opportunities.
• Document all interactions in Salesforce and other systems.
• Contribute to SOP development and process improvements.

Leadership & Mentorship

• Support onboarding and training of new team members.
• Share best practices and mentor less experienced staff.
• Participate in cross-functional initiatives.

Qualifications

Required

• High school diploma or GED.
• 7+ years of experience in customer service, insurance, healthcare, or a related field.
• Advanced proficiency with CRM systems (Salesforce preferred) and Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage escalations with professionalism and empathy.

Preferred

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• Active Texas General Lines Life & Health Insurance License (or ability to obtain within 90 days; company-sponsored).
• Experience with ACA Marketplace and Medicare products.
• Bilingual in Spanish or other languages such as Vietnamese, Mandarin, Cantonese, Korean, Arabic, Urdu, Farsi, or Russian.

What Sets You Apart

• Proven success in retaining clients and resolving complex issues.
• Strong emotional intelligence and customer-first mindset.
• Ability to coach and mentor others.
• Experience in high-volume contact center or insurance environments.

Working Conditions

• Office-based role in a professional business environment.
• Extended hours may be required during peak enrollment periods.
• Frequent use of computer, phone, and CRM systems.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit for extended periods.
• Frequent use of keyboard, mouse, and telephone.
• Ability to speak and hear clearly.

Why Join Keystone Advisors?

• Competitive compensation and bonus opportunities
• Company-paid licensing support
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Career advancement opportunities
• Collaborative, mission-driven culture

Apply Today

If you are passionate about helping clients navigate their healthcare options and thrive in a fast-paced, service-oriented environment, we encourage you to apply.