Remote Peer Support Specialist — Recovery & Wellness

Magellan Health; Santa Fe (NM); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Magellan Health in Santa Fe, NM is seeking a Certified Peer Support Worker to provide non-clinical, recovery-focused support to members in the community. This remote role requires travel within the local area to meet members and collaborate with care teams.

Responsibilities include guiding members through WRAP-based self-management, building resilience, coordinating with the care coordination team, documenting interactions, and advocating for member needs while maintaining records and complying

Qualifications

• Must have or be able to obtain the National Peer Support Credential (NCPS/NCPRSS) within one year of hire.
• Must be a self-identified person in recovery who is a current or former user of mental health/substance use services.
• Must have a vehicle in good, working condition with the ability to travel within the field regularly.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Product Suite.

Responsibilities

• Provides peer support to members with mental health and substance use conditions identified as needing intensive wellness support and recovery-oriented interventions.
• Guides members in creating Wellness Recovery Action Plans (WRAP) to identify wellness self-management and crisis prevention strategies as needed based on member’s choice.
• Engages members in inpatient settings to facilitate post-crisis planning, assist with transitions from different treatment settings and navigating multiple systems.
• Documents all interactions according to company standards.

Education

GED, High School

Associate degree preferred

Job description

Magellan Health in Santa Fe, NM is seeking a Certified Peer Support Worker to provide non-clinical, recovery-focused support to members in the community. This remote role requires travel within the local area to meet members and collaborate with care teams.

Responsibilities include guiding members through WRAP-based self-management, building resilience, coordinating with the care coordination team, documenting interactions, and advocating for member needs while maintaining records and complying