Staff VP, Carelon Behavioral Health National Partnerships, Payment Models and Network Strategy

Anticipated End Date:

2026-02-09

Position Title:

Staff VP, Carelon Behavioral Health National Partnerships, Payment Models and Network Strategy

Job Description:

A proud member of the Elevance Health family of companies, Carelon Behavioral Health, formerly Beacon Health Options, offers superior clinical mental health and substance use disorder management, a comprehensive employee assistance program, work/life support, specialty programs for autism and depression, and insightful analytics to improve the delivery of care.

Staff VP, Carelon Behavioral Health National Partnerships, Payment Models and Network Strategy

Location:   May be located in any Elevance Health PulsePoint office preferably in Indianapolis, IN, Atlanta, GA, Mason, OH, Richmond, VA, Norfolk, VA, Boston, MA or Woodland Hills, CA.

This role requires associates to be in-office at least 3 days per week, fostering collaboration and connectivity, while providing flexibility to support productivity and work-life balance. This approach combines structured office engagement with the autonomy of virtual work, promoting a dynamic and adaptable workplace. Alternate locations may be considered.  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.

Summary

Responsible for leading national network strategy and programs in furtherance of market needs inclusive of how we partner and manage multi-state behavioral health (BH) provider organizations (including large-scale national BH groups), leverage national contracting, designations, programs, and partnerships to deliver results for all lines of business, and partnering with regional RVPs to evaluate and deploy new BH network strategies.

Position Responsibilities

• Development of national strategy for program adoption and translates strategic principles into defined tactics, programs/projects priorities, and timelines and ensures alignment and attainment of enterprise strategic plans to turn strategy into reality.

• Partners closely and oversees organizational alignment and relationships for national BH providers, deliver consistent value-based arrangement (VBA) models and terms, national contracting standards, and national policies and procedures for account management. Manages admin budget within target.

• Oversees and participates in the development of growth strategies and retention initiatives for the Enterprise.

• Executes Cost of Care actions to deliver on budgeted target.

• Drives provider collaboration and engagement where required for national BH programs.

• Ensures compliance with CMS guidelines and HIPAA compliance.

• Hires, trains, coaches, counsels, and evaluates performance of direct reports.

Position Requirements

Requires a BA/BS degree and a minimum of 12 years of related experience with progressive responsibility working with large and complex multi-state providers that span across multiple lines of business; or any combination of education and experience, which would provide an equivalent background. Master's degree is strongly preferred. Ability to travel is expected.

Preferred Skills, Capabilities and Experiences

• Experience in value-based arrangement design and innovation.

• Proven network contracting experience on both the payer and provider sides.

• Track record in forming unique partnerships that address the needs of both payers and providers.

• Demonstrated leadership and mentoring skills that align with organizational culture and values.

• Strong commitment to a mission-oriented approach focused on member needs.

• Familiarity and experience in the Behavioral Health sector helpful.

Corporate Title:  Staff VP, Network Strategy & Prog

For candidates working in person or virtually in the below location(s), the salary* range for this specific position is $221,200.00 to $398,160.00

Locations: California

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, s