Assist Seniors with Medicare, Medicaid, and fraud prevention - Volunteers Needed

Volunteers help seniors with healthcare benefits information, healthcare fraud and abuse, and difficult health insurance concerns. Flexible scheduling. Senior Health Insurance Information Program (SHIP) tasks may include:

• Medicare presentation & enrollment events
• Medicare Part D screenings, counseling & enrollment
• Medicare Advantage screenings, counseling & enrollment
• Medigap/Medicare Supplement resources & counseling
• Medicaid & Extra Help applications
• Medicare and fraud & abuse public presentations
• Distribute information to the public, including doctor's offices and pharmacies
• Data entry & reporting

Volunteer Requirements

• Pass a criminal background check
• Have no conflicts of interest
• Possess a valid Utah driver's license
• Maintain records accurately
• Be in compliance with HIPPA
• Maintain client confidentiality
• NOT enter into any financial or business relationship with ANY clients
• Contribute at least 8 hours per month and submit monthly reports
• Maintain patience and tactfulness
• Have the ability to work with diverse populations including those with significant physical and mental impairments
• For counselors - attend 40 hours of Medicare training

Training and Support

• Orientation and training is provided to all volunteers prior to beginning assigned duties.