Who are we and why should you join us?
BetterHelp is on a mission to remove the traditional barriers to therapy and make mental health care more accessible to everyone. Founded in 2013, we are now the world’s largest online therapy service, providing affordable and convenient therapy across the globe. Our network of over 30,000 licensed therapists has helped millions of people take ownership of their mental health and change their lives forever. And we’re not stopping there – as the unmet need for mental health services continues to grow, BetterHelp is committed to being part of the solution.
As the Credentialing Specialist at BetterHelp, you’ll join a diverse team of licensed clinicians, engineers, product pros, creatives, marketers, and business leaders who share a passion for expanding access to therapy. And as a mental health company, we take employee mental health just as seriously as we do our mission. We deeply invest in our team’s well-being and professional development, because we know that business and individual growth go hand-in-hand. At BetterHelp, you’ll carve your own path, make an immediate impact, and be challenged every day – with a supportive community behind you the whole way.
What are we looking for?
This person will be responsible for first line management of the credentialing associate team. They will train the team on the tasks that the associates are responsible for completing day to day. As new processes and systems are adopted by the organization (soon: Salesforce enrollment manager, Help Scout, NCQA, etc.) they will be responsible for researching how the team will interact with them, and then supporting implementation. They will also document all knowledge of the BetterHelp Insurance Credentialing workflows, to then train the team and improve processes. They will work with the Credentialing Team Lead to monitor the performance of the associate team and provide feedback to the team and our contracting partner, TekSystems. They will also help with answering questions from other BH teams and internal credentialing team members. The Credentialing Team Lead will also assign additional projects to this person as the need arises.
What will you do?
- Supervision of the credentialing associate team
- Training of the credentialing associate team
- Documentation of all BetterHelp Insurance Credentialing processes
- Analyze and update processes to improve as needed
- Provide day-to-day guidance, training, and support to credentialing associates and internal BetterHelp team
- Identify and problem solve inefficiencies in credentialing and recredentialing processes
- Develop and maintain the credentialing team’s relationship with other BetterHelp Teams
- Track application statuses, credentialing deadlines, and recredentialing timelines to ensure timely completion.
- Analyze and update processes to improve timelines
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date provider information in internal databases and Verifiable.
- Liaise with CVO to resolve any issues or delays in the credentialing process.
- Provide regular updates to leadership on key metrics and process improvements.
What will you NOT do?
- You will NOT worry about "runway", "cash left", or "how much time we have until the next round". We have the startup DNA but we're fully backed and funded, all the way to success.
- You will NOT be confined to your "job". You will get involved in product, marketing, business strategy, and almost everything we do.
- You will NOT be bogged down by office politics, ego, or bad attitude. Only positive, pleasure-to-work-with people are allowed here!
- You will NOT get yourself burned out. We work hard but we believe in maintaining a sustainable work/life balance. Really.
Can I work remotely?
Yes. We operate on PST and candidates in any time zone are welcome to apply. We ask employees to travel to our San Jose, CA office up to three times per year plus one company-wide offsite to collaborate in person and strengthen working relationships. Travel expenses are covered and reasonable accommodations are made for those under unique circumstances who cannot travel.
Requirements
- 1+ years of experience in healthcare credentialing, operations, or administrative support in a payer or provider setting.
- Strong understanding of NCQA credentialing requirements and best practices.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel/Google Sheets and experience with CRM or credentialing software (e.g., CAQH, Verifable).
- Excellent organizational and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
- Experience in behavioral health or mental health provider credentialing.
Benefits
- Remote work with regular in-person bonding experiences sponsored by the company
- Competitive compensation
- Holistic perks program (including free therapy, employee wellness, and more)
- Excellent health, dental, and vision coverage
- 401k benefits with employer matching contribution
- The chance to build something that changes lives – and that people love
- Any piece of hardware or software that will make you happy and productive
- An awesome community of co-workers
The base salary range for this position is $30/hr - $37/hr. In addition to the base salary, this position is eligible for a performance bonus and the extensive benefits listed here (subject to eligibility requirements): Teladoc Health Benefits 2026. Total compensation is based on several factors – including, but not limited to, type of position, location, education level, work experience, and certifications. This information is applicable to all full-time positions.
At BetterHelp we thrive on difference and individuality, and as part of the Teladoc Health family, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We never have and never will discriminate against any job candidate or employee due to age, race, ethnicity, religion, sex, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, medical condition, marital status, parental status, disability, or Veteran status.
Notice to Candidates:
BetterHelp has been made aware of fraudulent job postings and unaffiliated third parties posing as our recruiting team – please know that we have no affiliation or connection to these situations. We only post open roles on our career page (betterhelp.com/careers) or reputable job boards like our official LinkedIn or Indeed pages, and all official BetterHelp recruitment emails will come from the domain @betterhelp.com. Our commitment is to ensure a safe and transparent hiring experience for all candidates. We will never ask you for money, gift cards, or any form of payment during our hiring process, and we will never send money or checks to candidates. If you experience this, it is a scam.
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