Work-Life Specialist

Elevance Health (Anthem); Durham (NC); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Elevance Health is seeking a Work-Life Specialist to serve as a liaison between members and available resources, including housing, transportation, dependent care and financial assistance programs. The role operates in a call-center setting, handling inbound calls from members and client representatives, with virtual work and required in-person training sessions.

Candidates should have a high school diploma and at least 3 years of related experience; a BA/BS in human services or public health is

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent

Responsibilities

• Conduct research using internal and partner resources to locate requested services and share them back with members.
• Determines need for additional services, in conjunction with case management and provider.
• Linkage to other available resources/services as needed, such as behavioral health services and employer sponsored benefits.
• Coordinates identification of and referral to local, state or federally funded programs.
• Identifies barriers to plan compliance and coordinates resolutions.
• Identifies opportunities that impact quality goals and recommends process improvements.
• Documents case and compliance updates in electronic medical records.
• Establishes and maintains relationships with agencies identified in appropriate contract.
• Partners closely with internal team and leadership to help maintain and update resource library.

Skills

MS Office

Excel

PowerPoint

EMR software platforms

Bilingual

Education

BA/BS in human services or public health (preferred)

Tools

EMR software

Job description

Anticipated End Date: 2026-11-13

Work-Life Specialist

Location : This role enables associates to work virtually full-time, with the exception of required in-person training sessions, providing maximum flexibility and autonomy. This approach promotes productivity, supports work-life integration, and ensures essential face-to-face onboarding and skill development.

Please note that per our policy on hybrid/virtual work, candidates not within a reasonable commuting distance from the posting location(s) will not be considered for employment, unless an accommodation is granted as required by law.

The Work-Life Specialist is responsible for serving as a liaison/connector between Carelon members, and requested resources (such as housing, transportation, dependent care and financial assistance programs). Helps to bridge members to available resources and conducts follow up to ensure successful connection. The Work-Life Specialist works in a call-center setting, accepting inbound calls directly from members and client company representatives.

How you will make an impact

• Conduct research using internal and partner resources to locate requested services and share them back with members.
• Determines need for additional services, in conjunction with case management and provider.
• Linkage to other available resources/services as needed, such as behavioral health services and employer sponsored benefits.
• Coordinates identification of and referral to local, state or federally funded programs.
• Identifies barriers to plan compliance and coordinates resolutions.
• Identifies opportunities that impact quality goals and recommends process improvements.
• Documents case and compliance updates in electronic medical records.
• Establishes and maintains relationships with agencies identified in appropriate contract.
• Partners closely with internal team and leadership to help maintain and update resource library.

Minimum Requirements

• Requires a H.S. diploma or equivalent and a minimum of 3 years of related experience; or any combination of education and experience which would provide an equivalent background.

Preferred Skills, Capabilities & Experiences

• We encourage people of all experiences and backgrounds to apply. Even if you don't think you meet the qualifications, apply anyway if you are excited about the opportunity and willing to learn.
• BA/BS degree in human services or public health preferred.
• Experience in a Community-based or Social Work setting, or experience in Case Management Care Coordination.
• Call center experience preferred.
• Adept at all MS Office products, including Excel and PowerPoint.
• Experience with EMR software platforms.
• Bilingual candidates preferred.

Job Details

Job Level: Non-Management Non-Exempt

Workshift: 1st Shift (United States of America)

Job Family: MED > Care Coord & Care Mgmt (Non-Licensed)

Who We Are

Elevance Health is a health company dedicated to improving lives and communities - and making healthcare simpler. We are a Fortune 25 company with a longstanding history in the healthcare industry, looking for leaders at all levels of the organization who are passionate about making an impact on our members and the communities we serve.

How We Work

At Elevance Health, we are creating a culture that is designed to advance our strategy but will also lead to personal and professional growth for our associates. Our values and behaviors are the root of our culture. They are how we achieve our strategy, power our business outcomes and drive our shared success - for our consumers, our associates, our communities and our business.

We offer a range of market-competitive total rewards that include merit increases, paid holidays, Paid Time Off, and incentive bonus programs (unless covered by a collective bargaining agreement), medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability benefits, 401(k) +match, stock purchase plan, life insurance, wellness programs and financial education resources, to name a few.

Elevance Health operates in a Hybrid Workforce Strategy. Unless specified as primarily virtual by the hiring manager, associates are required to work at an Elevance Health location at least once per week, and potentially several times per week. Specific requirements and expectations for time onsite will be discussed as part of the hiring process.

The health of our associates and communities is a top priority for Elevance Health. We require all new candidates in certain patient/member-facing roles to become vaccinated against COVID-19 and Influenza. If you are not vaccinated, your offer will be rescinded unless you provide an acceptable explanation. Elevance Health will also follow all relevant federal