Wellness & Recovery Specialist - Peer Specialist Certification

Overview

Elevance Health's Carelon Behavioral Health is seeking a Wellness & Recovery Specialist in California. The role focuses on care coordination and management related to member wellness and recovery. Candidates must be California residents and have a valid Peer Specialist certification.

Monday‑Friday, 8:00 a.m.‑5:00 p.m. PST.

Virtual full‑time, with required in‑person training sessions. Candidates not within a reasonable commuting distance will not be considered unless an accommodation is granted as required by law.

• Identify opportunities for member and family engagement in a supportive recovery network.
• Develop and implement onsite psychiatric discharge planning education at Recovery and Resiliency sites.
• Collaborate with Stabilization Teams as a member advocate in discharge planning education, resolving barriers, and coordinating transition of services.
• Act as a resource for staff on decision‑making and problem‑solving.
• Initiate and maintain contact with assigned individuals and providers to assess member response to services.

• Associate's degree (AA/AS) and minimum 2 years of experience in health services, behavioral health, or peer support services, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Peer Specialist Certification is required.

• Knowledge of care‑coordination and case‑management concepts.
• BA/BS or MBA preferred.
• Comfortable managing high call volume.

Hourly rate: $22.98 – $37.61, depending on location, experience, and skills.

Benefits include a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase plan, 401(k) contribution, and other typical benefits subject to eligibility.

Elevance Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, genetic information, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Applicants who require accommodation during the application process may contact elevancehealthj for assistance.

Elevance Health is a health company dedicated to improving lives and communities. We offer a range of market‑competitive total rewards, including paid holidays, paid time off, incentive bonus programs, medical, dental, vision, and more.