The Healthcare Consortium is an equal opportunity employer and values having a diverse staff. Employment opportunities are based upon individual capabilities and qualifications without regard to race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as established under law.  The Consortium’s offices are located in an ADA-compliant facility.   

New York State’s Labor Law 740, “the whistleblower” protection law, covers all private sector employees.  The Healthcare Consortium’s Whistleblower Policy may be found here.

The Healthcare Consortium is currently hiring for a Director of Programs and a full-time and part-time Health Insurance Navigator.

Director of Programs

The Healthcare Consortium is currently seeking an experienced program manager to serve as our Director of Programs to oversee and drive the growth of our consumer assistance programs.

In this full-time (35 hr/week,) non-exempt role, the Director manages all activities associated with the Navigator Program, NY Connects, the Prescription Access and Referral Program, and Financial Assistance Funds. This includes, but is not limited to, the management of all program budgets and work plans, as well as the hiring, training and supervision of all program staff.

The Director of Programs is also responsible for expanding the program portfolio, which includes identifying or designing programs that advance the mission, complement existing programs, and are a good fit for the organization’s competencies and capacity. The role also entails scanning for potential program funding opportunities and writing grants to secure new program support.

This is a senior role at the organization and part of the organization’s leadership team.  Therefore, we are searching for candidates with a minimum of five years’ experience in a program management role that included the supervision of staff.  Also expected are excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.

The wage range for this position is $33/hr to $38/hr, depending upon skills and experience, with a rich benefit package.   The Healthcare Consortium’s offices are located in an ADA-compliant facility.

The complete Position Description can be reviewed HERE.

Applicants for these positions must complete the online Application Form (see below), including the submission of a resume and cover letter.

Application packages will be evaluated and applicants interviewed on a rolling basis until a suitable candidate is found.

Health Insurance Navigators (F/T and P/T)

The Healthcare Consortium is seeking two Health Insurance Navigators to provide in-person assistance to individuals and families in Columbia and Greene Counties applying for health insurance through the New York State of Health Marketplace. We are hiring one full-time position at 35 hours per week, and one part-time position at 21 hours per week.

The ideal candidates will be curious and willing to learn, be able to work both independently and as part of a friendly and welcoming team, and be motivated to provide excellent customer service, both in person and by phone. This role involves working with members of our community to improve their access to healthcare and can be very rewarding.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma, basic computer skills, and a valid driver’s license; no knowledge of or previous experience with health insurance is required, as extensive training will be provided. Preference will be given to individuals who speak Spanish and/or Bangla.

The candidates must also be able to work at alternate worksites and on some evenings and weekends (with ample advance notice).  The job entails local travel to a variety of work settings (e.g. libraries, town halls, churches, etc.) using one’s own personal vehicle; mileage expenses will be reimbursed at the federal rate ($.70 in 2025).

The starting wage for this non-exempt position is $19.75/hour (firm), with a rich benefit package.

The complete Position Description can be reviewed HERE.

Applicants for these positions must complete the online Application Form (see below), including the submission of a resume and cover letter.

Application packages will be evaluated and applicants interviewed on a rolling basis until a suitable candidate is found.