Full-Time

Launch Specialist I

National Expansion

Posted on 10/7/2025

FreedomCare

FreedomCare

501-1,000 employees

Home-based caregiver hiring and payment platform

Compensation Overview

$20 - $26/hr

New Orleans, LA, USA

In Person

This is an in-person role with some domestic travel required for launch purposes.

Category
Operations & Logistics (1)
Required Skills
Salesforce
Requirements
  • A minimum of 2+ years in a consumer facing position handling high call volumes
  • Must have examples of identifying process enhancements & improvements
  • Possess a strong understanding of the importance of compliance with healthcare regulations and privacy laws (such as HIPAA) and possesses a keen awareness of state-specific regulatory requirements affecting engagement and intake processes
  • Must have a background taking initiative to complete tasks and a proactive attitude towards optimization, innovation, and efficiency
  • Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills to assess situations swiftly, identify issues, and devise effective, innovative solutions
  • Must have a proven track record building relationships quickly with a variety of stakeholders
  • Exhibits strong self-motivation and the ability to drive projects forward independently. This role requires a high degree of autonomy, with much of the work being done unassisted
  • Time and priority management skills translating to the ability to handle several priorities at once without losing quality
Responsibilities
  • Perform tasks associated with onboarding caregivers and patients without the need for oversight. Examples include but are not limited to: Knowing and properly documenting exactly where each case is holding in the onboarding process, Timely follow-up with patients and caregivers, Proper documentation and use of systems such as Salesforce and TalkDesk
  • Pilot and refine new processes for Engagement and Intake in the new markets, including documenting the current processes, making independent adjustments, and identifying the most effective methods to meet or exceed metrics
  • Collaborate with the Launch team and other departments to ensure the launch process is smooth, and operational challenges are addressed promptly and effectively
  • Overcome roadblocks in the successful onboarding of caregivers and patients
  • Identify and develop relationships with key players in each market that can help move cases along or act as referral sources
  • Apply compliance and process requirements for each state from the statute to the regulations, to the guides prepared on the state
  • Help improve the broader Launch process by providing a feedback loop of opportunities for improvement of the software or processes being implemented
  • While this role is focused on engagement/intake processes, the Launch Operations Team cross trains all employees and the ideal candidate would develop basic proficiency in all pre and post care roles once on the team

FreedomCare operates in the home care services market, focusing on Medicaid beneficiaries in New York. It enables people who need daily living assistance to hire a family member or trusted friend as their caregiver. The caregiver is then paid for their services, with immediate payment after each shift, providing financial stability. The core clients are Medicaid recipients who can choose caregivers from among relatives or close connections, including spouses or parents of a child under 21. The company partners with Medicaid and health plans to manage the caregiving process, ensuring prompt payments and high-quality, personalized care. Its goal is to improve home-based care experiences for patients while supporting the financial well-being of informal caregivers by integrating them into a structured, Medicaid-funded system.

Company Size

501-1,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

$75K

Headquarters

North New Hyde Park, New York

Founded

2016

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Launched Michigan Home Help Program support, expanding to new Medicaid market.
  • Family caregivers earn $16.25 per hour statewide through Michigan program.
  • Handles payroll, training, and compliance, streamlining self-directed care nationwide.

What critics are saying

  • Michigan program excludes spouses, dropping 70-90% Michigan revenue immediately.
  • MDHHS favors local agencies, blocking FreedomCare access in 6-12 months.
  • 2026 federal Medicaid cuts slash home care reimbursements by 15-20%.

What makes FreedomCare unique

  • FreedomCare enables Medicaid beneficiaries to hire family or friends as paid caregivers.
  • Instant post-shift payments distinguish FreedomCare from traditional home care agencies.
  • Operates as fiscal intermediary in 15 states including New York and Michigan.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Hybrid Work Options

Wellness Program

Professional Development Budget

Company News

NewsBreak
Jul 30th, 2025
Michigan Medicaid Members: You May Be Eligible to Get Paid to Care for a Loved One at Home

FreedomCare, a leading provider of in-home care services, has officially launched its support for the Michigan Medicaid Home Help Program.

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