Telecare Corporation·Mason County, Washington
The Recovery Specialist II provides direct and indirect care responding to the physical and psychological needs of members. Services are delivered according to individual service plans and Medicaid standards within a secure psychiatric setting.
“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
The 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.
NOC 7:00 pm - 7:30 am
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)
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
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.
The Telecare Shelton Evaluation and Treatment (E&T) center will provide intensive mental health and psychiatric treatment services in a secure, welcoming and respectful environment for adults experiencing an acute mental health emergency. 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. Telecare currently operates E&T’s in Thurston, Clark, Skagit, Grays Harbor, and Pierce counties, and looks forward to adding the Shelton community to our family.
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.
Requires a high school diploma with two years of psychiatric experience or a bachelor's degree with one year of experience. Must hold a current Washington Agency Affiliated Counselor (AAC) or Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) credential.
Market context
Behavioral health positions in Washington are typically supported by steady demand from outpatient, community, and telehealth settings. These roles are competitive because employers often look for a current unrestricted clinical license, experience with evidence-based therapy, and the ability to work from a HIPAA-compliant home office. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly confirm fit, then verify your license status and prepare examples of your therapy approach before applying.