Certified Peer Recovery Specialist

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Position Summary
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 Support Specialists (CPRS) 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.

Required Qualifications

• Current Certified Peer Recovery Specialist certification in Virginia by recognized Dept. of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services trainer.
• 1-2 years’ experience in community/outpatient setting working with members in a mental health or substance use setting is required.
• Ability to travel up to 75% of the time 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• WRAP or equivalent training preferred.
• Bilingual skills desired.
• Experience in serving the Medicaid Populations in urban or rural environments with familiarity of local formal and informal resource networks preferred.
• Exceptional communication, organizational and interpersonal skills, with attention to detail.
• Experience using a computer and strong keyboard navigation skills including the use of MS Office Suite, Word, Teams and Excel applications.
• Preferred skills: Mental Health First Aid, Trauma Informed Care, HIPPA, C.L.A.S. Standards, Motivational Interviewing, and specialized training in medical terminology and practices for designated health conditions.
• Ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.
• Ability to educate health care providers as needed to adjust interventions based on member’s cultural, ethnic, or religious preferences.
• Experience providing care to socially and medically complex patients effectively in a variety of non-traditional settings.
• Knowledge of formal and informal community agencies and resources. Working knowledge of multi-system outreach programs related to health care delivery, clinical education, and health-related services.

Education

• GED or HS diploma required, Bachelor's is favored

Pay Range

The typical pay range for this role is:

$18.50 – $35.29

This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls.  The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors.  This position is eligible for a CVS Health bonus, commission or short-term incentive program in addition to the base pay range listed above. 
 
In addition to your compensation, enjoy the rewards of an organization that puts our heart into caring for our colleagues and our communities.  The Company offers a full range of medical, dental, and vision benefits.  Eligible employees may enroll in the Company’s 401(k) retirement savings plan, and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan is also available for eligible employees.  The Company provides a fully-paid term life insurance plan to eligible employees, and short-term and long term disability benefits. CVS Health also offers numerous well-being programs, education assistance, free development courses, a CVS store discount, and discount programs with participating partners.  As for time off, Company employees enjoy Paid Time Off (“PTO”) or vacation pay, as well as paid holidays throughout the calendar year. Number of paid holidays, sick time and other time off are provided consistent with relevant state law and Company policies.  
 
For more detailed information on available benefits, please visit jobs.CVSHealth.com/benefits