CVS Health

Peer Support Specialist – Field Based

CVS Health

full-time

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Location Type: Remote

Location: Virginia • West Virginia • United States

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Salary

💰 $19 - $32 per hour

Job Level

Junior

About the role

  • Using lived experience associated with barriers experienced when navigating the mental health and substance use system of care and in achieving their own personalized recovery, Peer Recovery Support Specialists (PRSS) guide, coach, and mentor others who are seeking to achieve their individualized recovery goals
  • Use personal experience of recovery to help the Aetna team understand best how to coordinate care for members
  • Share coping strategies, wellness tools and other resources with care managers and coordinators
  • Conduct visits with member to support them in their personalized recovery journey
  • Regularly attend case rounds and assist the team with identifying members who might benefit from Peer Support Services
  • Orient and educate the care management team as to how peer support services can help members in achieving member recovery goals
  • Collaborate with healthcare professionals and providers on the principles of recovery

Requirements

  • Current Certified Peer Specialist by the WVCBAP, meaning they are certified as Substance misuse Peers (PRSS) in West Virginia
  • 1-2 years’ experience in community/outpatient setting working with members in a mental health or substance use setting is required
  • Ability to travel to multiple office and home locations with personal vehicle, reliable transportation, valid driver's license, and automobile insurance is required
  • Possession of a High School Diploma or GED
Benefits
  • Affordable medical plan options
  • 401(k) plan (including matching company contributions)
  • Employee stock purchase plan
  • No-cost programs for all colleagues including wellness screenings, tobacco cessation and weight management programs
  • Confidential counseling and financial coaching
  • Paid time off
  • Flexible work schedules
  • Family leave
  • Dependent care resources
  • Colleague assistance programs
  • Tuition assistance
  • Retiree medical access
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Soft Skills
coachingmentoringcollaborationcommunicationsupporteducationorientationstrategy sharingwellness toolsrecovery guidance
Certifications
Certified Peer SpecialistSubstance misuse Peers (PRSS)