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Anticipated Start Date: Dec 3, 2026
Please note this is the target date and is subject to change. BCForward will send official notice ahead of a confirmed start date.
Primary duties may include, but are not limited to:
- Coordinates follow-up care plan needs for members by scheduling appointments or enrolling members in programs.
- Assesses member compliance with medical treatment plans via telephone or through on-site visits.
- Identifies barriers to plan compliance and coordinates resolutions.
- Identifies opportunities that impact quality goals and recommends process improvements.
- Recommends treatment plan modifications and determines need for additional services, in conjunction with case management and provider.
- Coordinates identification of and referral to local, state or federally funded programs.
- Coaches members on ways to reduce health risks.
- Prepares reports to document case and compliance updates.
- Establishes and maintains relationships with agencies identified in appropriate contract.
Requirements
- Requires a H.S. diploma or equivalent and a minimum of 1 year related experience; or any combination of education and experience which would provide an equivalent background.
- For URAC accredited areas, the following professional competencies apply: Associates in this role are expected to have strong oral, written and interpersonal communication skills, problem-solving skills, facilitation skills, and analytical skills. For Carelon - CareBridge business unit, bilingual or multi-language skills may be required.
Job Type: Contract
Additional Details:
- Certified nurse assistant or certified medical assistant and/or BS/BA degree in a related field preferred.
- Bilingual candidates preferred.
Elevance Health operates in a Hybrid Workforce Strategy. Unless specified as primarily virtual by the hiring manager, contractors are required to work at an Elevance Health location at least once per week, and potentially several times per week. Specific requirements and expectations for time onsite will be discussed as part of the hiring process. Candidates must be within a reasonable commute to a PulsePoint location.
About BCForward:
Founded in 1998 on the idea that industry leaders needed a professional service, and workforce management expert, to fuel the development and execution of core business and technology strategies, BCforward is a Black-owned firm providing unique solutions supporting value capture and digital product delivery needs for organizations around the world. Headquartered in Indianapolis, IN with an Offshore Development Center in Hyderabad, India, BCforward's 6,000 consultants support more than 225 clients globally.
BCforward champions the power of human potential to help companies transform, accelerate, and scale. Guided by our core values of People-Centric, Optimism, Excellence, Diversity, and Accountability, our professionals have helped our clients achieve their strategic goals for more than 25 years. Our strong culture and clear values have enabled BCforward to become a market leader and best in class place to work.
BCForward is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.
To learn more about how BCforward collects and uses personal information as part of the recruiting process, view our Privacy Notice and CCPA Addendum. As part of the recruitment process, we may ask for you to disclose and provide us with various categories of personal information, including identifiers, professional information, commercial information, education information, and other related information. BCforward will only use this information to complete the recruitment process.
This posting is not an offer of employment. All applicants applying for positions in the United States must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The submission of intentionally false or fraudulent information in response to this posting may render the applicant ineligible for the position. Any subsequent offer of employment will be considered employment at-will regardless of the anticipated assignment duration.
Pay Rate Range
16.39 - 31.29 USD hourly
Additional Notes
[California, Colorado, Connecticut, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Rhode Island, Vermont, Washington, and Washington DC]
The pay range is the range BCForward in good faith believes is the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. This range may be modified in the future and actual compensation may vary from posting based on geographic location, work experience, education and/or skill level. Even within the range, the actual compensation will vary depending on the above factors as well as market/business considerations.
Benefits Information
BCForward offers all eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package including, but not limited to major medical, HSA, dental, vision, employer-provided group life, voluntary life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, and 401k.
The company is fully committed to ensuring equal pay opportunities for equal work regardless of gender, race, or any other category protected by federal, state, and local pay equity laws. This does not encompass additional non-standard compensation (e.g., benefits, paid time off, per diem, etc.).
Elevance Health is a health company dedicated to improving lives and communities – and making healthcare simpler. We are a Fortune 25 company with a longstanding history in the healthcare industry, looking for leaders at all levels of the organization who are passionate about making an impact on our members and the communities we serve.
Job ID: JP47055
Anticipated Start Date: Dec 3, 2026
Please note this is the target date and is subject to change. BCForward will send official notice ahead of a confirmed start date.
Primary duties may include, but are not limited to:
- Coordinates follow-up care plan needs for members by scheduling appointments or enrolling members in programs.
- Assesses member compliance with medical treatment plans via telephone or through on-site visits.
- Identifies barriers to plan compliance and coordinates resolutions.
- Identifies opportunities that impact quality goals and recommends process improvements.
- Recommends treatment plan modifications and determines need for additional services, in conjunction with case management and provider.
- Coordinates identification of and referral to local, state or federally funded programs.
- Coaches members on ways to reduce health risks.
- Prepares reports to document case and compliance updates.
- Establishes and maintains relationships with agencies identified in appropriate contract.
Requirements
- Requires a H.S. diploma or equivalent and a minimum of 1 year related experience; or any combination of education and experience which would provide an equivalent background.
- For URAC accredited areas, the following professional competencies apply: Associates in this role are expected to have strong oral, written and interpersonal communication skills, problem-solving skills, facilitation skills, and analytical skills. For Carelon - CareBridge business unit, bilingual or multi-language skills may be required.
Job Type: Contract
Additional Details:
- Certified nurse assistant or certified medical assistant and/or BS/BA degree in a related field preferred.
- Bilingual candidates preferred.
Elevance Health operates in a Hybrid Workforce Strategy. Unless specified as primarily virtual by the hiring manager, contractors are required to work at an Elevance Health location at least once per week, and potentially several times per week. Specific requirements and expectations for time onsite will be discussed as part of the hiring process. Candidates must be within a reasonable commute to a PulsePoint location.
About BCForward:
Founded in 1998 on the idea that industry leaders needed a professional service, and workforce management expert, to fuel the development and execution of core business and technology strategies, BCforward is a Black-owned firm providing unique solutions supporting value capture and digital product delivery needs for organizations around the world. Headquartered in Indianapolis, IN with an Offshore Development Center in Hyderabad, India, BCforward's 6,000 consultants support more than 225 clients globally.
BCforward champions the power of human potential to help companies transform, accelerate, and scale. Guided by our core values of People-Centric, Optimism, Excellence, Diversity, and Accountability, our professionals have helped our clients achieve their strategic goals for more than 25 years. Our strong culture and clear values have enabled BCforward to become a market leader and best in class place to work.
BCForward is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.
To learn more about how BCforward collects and uses personal information as part of the recruiting process, view our Privacy Notice and CCPA Addendum. As part of the recruitment process, we may ask for you to disclose and provide us with various categories of personal information, including identifiers, professional information, commercial information, education information, and other related information. BCforward will only use this information to complete the recruitment process.
This posting is not an offer of employment. All applicants applying for positions in the United States must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The submission of intentionally false or fraudulent information in response to this posting may render the applicant ineligible for the position. Any subsequent offer of employment will be considered employment at-will regardless of the anticipated assignment duration.
Pay Rate Range
16.39 - 31.29 USD hourly
Additional Notes
[California, Colorado, Connecticut, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Rhode Island, Vermont, Washington, and Washington DC]
The pay range is the range BCForward in good faith believes is the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. This range may be modified in the future and actual compensation may vary from posting based on geographic location, work experience, education and/or skill level. Even within the range, the actual compensation will vary depending on the above factors as well as market/business considerations.
Benefits Information
BCForward offers all eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package including, but not limited to major medical, HSA, dental, vision, employer-provided group life, voluntary life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, and 401k.
The company is fully committed to ensuring equal pay opportunities for equal work regardless of gender, race, or any other category protected by federal, state, and local pay equity laws. This does not encompass additional non-standard compensation (e.g., benefits, paid time off, per diem, etc.).
Elevance Health is a health company dedicated to improving lives and communities – and making healthcare simpler. We are a Fortune 25 company with a longstanding history in the healthcare industry, looking for leaders at all levels of the organization who are passionate about making an impact on our members and the communities we serve.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Care Specialist
Document your care credentials before applying
Gather state licensure, certifications, and evidence of two or more years of direct care experience before outreach begins. PERM requires your employer to verify you meet the minimum qualifications listed in the job description, so gaps surface late and cost time.
Search Migrate Mate for verified green card sponsors
Use Migrate Mate to find employers with a history of green card sponsorship for care roles. Employers who've sponsored before already understand PERM timelines and are far less likely to withdraw an offer mid-process.
Target healthcare systems over staffing agencies
Large healthcare networks and nonprofit hospital systems are more likely to absorb PERM attorney fees and multi-year sponsorship timelines. Staffing agencies typically won't sponsor green cards because the ongoing employment relationship PERM requires is harder to establish.
Request a prevailing wage check before your offer is finalized
Ask your prospective employer to run an OFLC Wage Search for your SOC code and work location before signing. If the offered salary falls below the DOL prevailing wage, PERM certification will stall and renegotiating after filing is difficult.
Understand your O*NET occupation code and duties alignment
PERM job descriptions must accurately reflect what you'll do day to day. Review the O*NET profile for Care Specialist roles and confirm your offer letter duties align closely, since DOL auditors check for inconsistencies between the certified description and your actual position.
Track your priority date across employer changes after I-485 filing
Once your I-485 has been pending 180 days, AC21 portability lets you move to a same or similar occupation without restarting the process. Your approved I-140 priority date can also carry to a new employer's petition, protecting years of waiting time.
Green Card Care Specialist: Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between H-1B and green card sponsorship for a Care Specialist role?
H-1B visa sponsorship gives you temporary work authorization in two- or three-year increments and requires annual renewal. Green card sponsorship through EB-2 or EB-3 leads to lawful permanent residence with no renewal cycle. The PERM process also requires your employer to conduct a formal recruitment test and obtain a prevailing wage determination from DOL before filing, steps that don't exist in the H-1B process.
Does a Care Specialist role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship?
Most Care Specialist positions qualify under EB-3 skilled worker, which covers roles requiring at least two years of training or experience. If the position requires a bachelor's degree or higher, EB-3 professional may apply. EB-2 is available if the role requires an advanced degree or a bachelor's degree plus five years of progressive experience in the field.
How do I find employers who sponsor green cards for Care Specialist positions?
Migrate Mate lists employers with documented green card sponsorship history for care roles, so you can focus your applications on organizations that have already navigated the PERM and I-140 process. This matters because many employers support H-1B but won't commit to the longer timeline and higher cost of PERM labor certification.
How long does the green card process take for a Care Specialist sponsored through PERM?
Timeline depends heavily on your country of birth. Nationals from countries without significant backlogs may move through PERM, I-140, and I-485 in two to four years under typical conditions. Nationals from high-demand countries like India and China face priority-date backlogs that can extend the wait significantly. USCIS publishes a monthly Visa Bulletin that shows current priority dates by category and country.
Can I change employers after my green card process has started?
If your I-485 has been pending for at least 180 days and your I-140 was approved, AC21 portability allows you to move to a new employer in the same or a similar occupation without restarting the process. Your priority date from the original approved I-140 can also carry over to a new employer's petition, protecting the time already accumulated in the queue.