Wellness & Recovery Specialist

Elevance Health•Washington, NV

7d•$25 - $31•Remote

About The Position

The Wellness & Recovery Specialist will be responsible for care coordination and/or care management activities focused on the Wellness and Recovery of members. This role enables associates to work virtually full-time, except for required in-person training sessions, providing maximum flexibility and autonomy. This approach promotes productivity, supports work-life integration, and ensures essential face-to-face onboarding and skill development. Alternate locations may be considered if candidates reside within a commuting distance from an office. Please note that per our policy on hybrid/virtual work, candidates not within a reasonable commuting distance from the posting location(s) will not be considered for employment, unless accommodation is granted as required by law.

Requirements

Requires AA/AS and minimum of 2 years of experience in health services or behavioral health field or in a peer support services role; or any combination of education and experience, which would provide an equivalent background.

Nice To Haves

Peer Specialist Certification required
Knowledge of care-coordination and case management concepts strongly preferred
Nevada State Certification - Certified Peer Recovery and Support Specialist (PRSS).
Washington Certification - Certified Peer Support Specialist (CPSS)

Responsibilities

Identifies opportunities for engagement of members and their families in forming a supportive, recovery network
Develops and implements provision of onsite psychiatric discharge planning education at Recovery and Resiliency sites
Collaborates with Stabilization Teams as a member advocate in discharge planning education, resolution of barriers, and service transitions
Acts as a resource for staff on decision making and problem solving
Initiates and maintains contact with assigned individuals and providers to determine members response to services