Recovery Specialist II (On-Call) - Mental Health 265

Main Template; Shelton (CT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Free CEUs, coaching and mentorship

Online University Tuition Discount

Medical, Vision, Dental Insurance, 401

Job summary

Telecare is seeking a Recovery Specialist II (On-Call) in Shelton to provide direct and indirect care under individual service plans. The role supports clients with mental health needs, working day or night shifts as needed.

The position requires a high school diploma or BA/BS with related experience, basic nursing skills, and current AAC certification compliant with WADOH requirements. Shift differentials apply; benefits include PTO and health coverage.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with 2 years in a psych health setting or BA/BS with 1 year in mental health.
• Knowledge of basic nursing interventions and mental/physical health terminology.
• Current Washington AAC certification or equivalent credential (WADOH).

Responsibilities

• Provide care per individual service plans and Medicaid standards.
• Respond to physical and psychological needs of members served.
• Work shifts including DAY and NOC as on-call assignments vary.
• Support residents in a behavioral health environment.

Skills

Basic nursing skills

Mental health terminology

Education

High school diploma or GED

BA/BS in mental health

Job description

Recovery Specialist II (On-Call) - Mental Health 265

Job Category: Nursing

Requisition Number: RECOV030966

• Posted : October 13, 2026
• Part-Time

Locations

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Description

“They made it easier for me to live, breathe, eat, and stay clean. Without them, I’d be waiting somewhere, waiting for someone to give me a chance to live…” - Client from Telecare

What You Will Do to Change Lives

The On-Call Recovery Specialist II provides care that responds to the physical and psychological needs of members served. The Recovery Specialist II provides direct and indirect services according to individual service plans and Medicaid standards.

Shifts Available: DAY 8:00 am - 8:00 pm / NOC 8:00 pm - 8:00 am

On Call; Shift Hours and Days worked vary as needed

Expected starting wage range is $19.67 - $23.71. The full wage range goes up to $27.75. Telecare applies geographic differentials to its pay ranges. The pay range assigned to this role will be based on the geographic location from which the role is performed. Starting pay is commensurate with relevant experience above the minimum requirements. Depending on what shifts you are asked to work: Shift differentials for hourly staff (6% for PM Shift, 10% for Overnight Shift). Weekend Shift differentials for hourly staff (5% for Weekend AM Shift, 11% for Weekend PM Shift, 15% for Weekend Overnight Shift)

What You Bring to the Table (Must Have)

High school diploma or G.E.D and two (2) years of experience in a psychiatric mental health setting or BA/BS with one (1) year experience in mental health setting

Knowledge of basic nursing skills and interventions, as well as mental and physical health conditions and terminologies

Must have a current Washington Agency Affiliated Counselor certification. This position requires a current Washington State credential appropriate to this position and issued through the Washington Department of Health (WADOH). Minimum Credential Requirement – Agency Affiliated Counselor (AAC) or Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA). First time AAC applicants may have a 30-90-day processing period before approval and active credentials are issued. Other WADOH Licenses/Certifications may be considered

What’s In It For You*

• Paid Time Off: For Full-Time Employee it is 16.7 days in your first year
• Free CEUs, coaching and mentorship
• Online University Tuition Discount and Company Scholarships
• Medical, Vision, Dental Insurance, 401K, Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Telecare's mission is to deliver excellent and effective behavioral health services that engage individuals in recovering their health, hopes, and dreams. Telecare continues to advance cultural diversity, humility, equity, and inclusion at all levels of our organization by hiring mental health peers, BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, veterans, and all belief systems.

Shelton Next Steps, a long-term civil commitment acute 16-bed Evaluation & Treatment Center in Thurston County will provide services to individuals experiencing severe psychiatric symptoms and can benefit from more structured services, supports in a secure setting.

EOE AA M/F/V/Disability

*May vary by location and position type

Full Job Description will be provided if selected for an interview.

Behavioral Health, Case Manager, Case Management, Mental Health

If job posting references any sign-on bonus internal applicants and applicants employed with Telecare in the previous 12 months would not be eligible.

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