Certified Peer Support Specialist - Bronx/Brooklyn/Queens

This field-based role enables associates to primarily operate in the field, traveling to client sites or designated locations as their role requires, with occasional office attendance for meetings or training. The successful candidate will be a New York Certified Peer Support Specialist and will visit members in person throughout the Bronx, Brooklyn, and Queens.

About the role

The Certified Peer Support Specialist (Wellness & Recovery Specialist) is responsible for care coordination and/or care management activities focused on the wellness and recovery of members.

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 member’s response to services.

Requirements

• 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.
• Valid, active, certified recovery specialist/coach certification and/or peer/family support specialist certification required.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of care-coordination and case management concepts strongly preferred.
• BA/BS or MBA preferred.

Pay

The salary range for this position in New York is $23.31 to $34.97 per hour. The salary offered will be based on geographic location, work experience, education, and skill level, among other factors.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability, 401(k) with company match, stock purchase plan, life insurance).
• Paid holidays and Paid Time Off (PTO).
• Incentive and recognition programs.
• Wellness programs and financial education resources.

Schedule

This role operates under a Hybrid Workforce Strategy. Associates are required to work at an Elevance Health location at least once per week, with specific requirements discussed during the hiring process.