Remote Benefits Customer Service Representative (Must live in Buffalo)
Job Description
Job Description
Job Title: Remote Benefits Customer Service Representative
Pay: $16.50 an hr | Bi-weekly
Job Type:
- Remote in Buffalo, NY
Shift Options:
- No weekend shifts — ever!
- Work Monday through Friday only.
- During peak season: Full-time (40 hours/week) with potential overtime.
- During off-peak: Hours may vary between 32–40/week, based on client needs.
- Must be flexible to work shifts between 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM, with occasional extended hours up to 10:00 or 11:00 PM for short periods.
- West Coast roles may require availability from 5:30 AM – 8:00 PM.
Remote Benefits Customer Service Representative Overview:
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Remote Benefit Customer Service Representative (Local Candidates Only) positions available in your area! Please apply now!
Join our team as a Benefit Customer Service Representative and play a key role in helping members navigate their healthcare and pension plans with confidence. This is a meaningful opportunity to provide exceptional service and make a difference in people’s lives every day.
What You’ll Do:
- Guide members through benefits enrollment and assist with updates to health and/or pension plans.
- Deliver personalized support via phone, email, and webchat — we prioritize quality over speed.
- Start on a single client account, and over time, be cross-trained to support multiple clients.
- Use empathy, professionalism, and clear communication to handle a variety of member concerns, including those that may be sensitive or complex.
- Interpret plan documents and explain them in simple, easy-to-understand language.
- Handle confidential information responsibly in line with HIPAA and data privacy standards.
Remote Benefits Customer Service Representative Qualifications:
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Important Note:
· This is a remote position; however, you must be local to the area. You’ll need to visit the office on Day 1 to pick up equipment, and occasionally attend in-person meetings or special projects.
What We’re Looking For:
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Customer service or call center experience is a plus, but not required — we’ll train the right person!
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to adapt your service approach to meet a variety of personalities and communication styles.
- Tech-savvy with basic computer proficiency.
Remote Benefits Customer Service Representative Benefits:
- Benefits are available to full-time employees after 90 days of employment and include health, optical, dental, life, and short-term disability insurance.
- A 401(k) with a company match is available for full-time employees with 1 year of service on our eligibility dates.
Bilingual Candidates Encouraged to Apply:
- We’re especially looking for fluent Spanish or French speakers — earn $0.75/hour extra for bilingual proficiency!
How to Apply:
If you are interested in this position, please apply OR submit your resume to:
Saw Hlaing | shlaing@alinestaffing.com | 412-790-5425