Senior Health Insurance Counseling for Kansas (SHICK) is looking for a few good
people! The ideal SHICK counselor has • the ability to work with others • a caring,
confident attitude • the ability to understand health care information and options • a
willingness to stay up-to-date with changing regulations • familiarity with computers and the internet • effective communication skills • strong organizational skills • time to commit to multiple ongoing projects SHICK counseling is free, unbiased, confidential, and available to anyone with questions about Medicare.
SHICK volunteers receive free training on Medicare, Medicare Prescription Drug
Insurance, Medicare Supplement Insurance, Long-Term Care Insurance, and other health insurance subjects that concern Kansans. The free training is offered online and in Hiawatha.
Volunteers must complete an application and interview process and pass a
background check before being allowed to complete SHICK training.
SHICK is a free, unbiased, and confidential program that uses trained, community
volunteers to answer people’s questions about Medicare and other insurance issues. Our volunteer counselors do not work for any insurance company. Their goal is to educate and assist the public in making informed decisions about their health care options.
SHICK has many volunteer opportunities, perhaps one is right for you:
Medicare Part C/D Counselor – Provides information and counseling about
Medicare Advantage (Part C) and prescription drug plans (Part D) to members of the public.
Comprehensive Medicare Counselor – Provides information and counseling
about Medicare Parts A, B, C, and D as well as other health insurance issues (for example Medigap, Long-Term Care, Medicare Savings Plans).
Office Assistant – Provides administrative support including data entry and other
clerical duties (generally has limited contact with the public).
If you would like more information on SHICK volunteer opportunities, please
contact the SHICK Coordinator at 800-883-2549.
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