Therapy Services Specialist (Bilingual Spanish)

The Therapy Services Specialist (Bilingual Spanish) is responsible for working under the guidance of occupational therapist, collaborate with the managed care organization to support persons aging in place receiving home or community-based services. Location: Virtual -  This role enables associates to work virtually full-time, with the exception of required in-person training sessions (when indicated), 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 accommodation is granted as required by law. How you will make an impact: Performs telephonic and/or virtual assessments to identify participants needs. Provides recommendations to MCO for type and hours of supportive services required. Conduct objective assessments for program participation to determine the appropriate level of support and services required. Obtain participant history to inform the comprehensive assessment. Complete assessments annually or more frequently as needed in accordance with applicable program requirements and participants needs. Educate program participants and MCO representative on options for home modifications, DME, assistive technology, or other adaptive equipment. Assists clinical team with the recommendations for equipment and services as needed. Collaborate with the support team to report observations and outcomes. Document all member encounters per documentation standards.

Requires graduate of a college level program in physical therapy, occupational therapy, or an accredited two-year program for a Physical Therapist Assistant or Occupational Therapist Assistant and minimum of 2 years’ experience in social service or health care field; or any combination of education and experience, which would provide an equivalent background. Current active, valid and unrestricted license or certification as a physical therapist assistant or occupational therapist assistant in applicable state required. Certification and/or licensure appropriate to field of specialty as required. Bilingual Spanish Required. For candidates working in person or virtually in the below locations, the salary* range for this specific position is $29.27 - $38.46 Locations: New Jersey In addition to your salary, Elevance Health offers benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). The salary offered for this specific position is based on a number of legitimate, non-discriminatory factors set by the company.  The company is fully committed to ensuring equal pay opportunities for equal work regardless of gender, race, or any other category protected by federal, state, and local pay equity laws . * The salary range is the range Elevance Health in good faith believes is the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. This range may be modified in the future and actual compensation may vary from posting based on geographic location, work experience, education and/or skill level. Even within the range, the actual compensation will vary depending on the above factors as well as market/business considerations. No amount is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable under the terms and conditions of the applicable policies and plans. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion