Case Manager Substance Use Counselor - Mental Health 372

Telecare Corporation; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 73,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Paid holidays

Shift differentials

Free CEUs

Tuition discount

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K

ESOP

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

Telecare Corporation is seeking a Case Manager Substance Use Counselor Certified to support individuals with mental illness, focusing on substance abuse and building independence in the community. The role is full-time with daytime shifts (8:30 AM - 5:00 PM, Monday to Friday) in California, with competitive starting wages based on geography and experience.

The position requires CADC/CATC/SUDCC/CDP certifications and at least six months in an addictions setting, along with CPR, First Aid, and

Qualifications

• Must have High School diploma or GED and CADC/CATC/SUDCC/CDP (or equivalent) certification.
• Six months of experience in addictions setting.
• Certifications must be maintained for duration of employment.
• CPR, First Aid, and CPI certifications required by date of employment.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary support and case manager for individuals with mental illness, focusing on substance abuse and addictions.
• Assist clients to live as independently as possible in their chosen community.
• Coordinate services, crisis intervention, and linkage to housing, transportation, and benefits.

Skills

Substance use counseling

Case management

Cultural sensitivity

Crisis response

Education

High School diploma or GED

CADC/CATC/SUDCC/CDP certifications

Job description

Description

"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

What You Will Do to Change Lives

The Case Manager Substance Use Counselor Certified serves as the primary support and case manager for individuals with mental illness by assisting them to live as independently as possible in their chosen community, focusing on substance abuse and addictions

Shifts Available:

Full-Time | DAYS | Shifts: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM | Days: Monday - Friday

Expected starting wage range is $34.82 - $43.02. 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.

What You Bring to the Table (Must Have)

• High School Diploma or G.E.D and Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC), or Certified Addiction Treatment Counselor (CATC), Substance Use Disorder Certified Counselor (SUDCC, SUDCC II, III, IV), or Chemical Dependency Professional (CDP in the state of WA). In AZ must be certified as Minimum state requirements as a Licensed Independent Substance Abuse Counselor (LISAC), Licensed Associate Substance Abuse Counselor (LASAC) or Licensed Substance Abuse Technician (LSAT)
• Six (6) months' experience in addictions setting
• All certifications must be maintained for duration of employment
• Within two (2) months of employment, ability to apply financial requirements for billing and learn billing codes
• Sensitivity to multi-cultural populations and issues
• Must be credentialed as a qualified mental health professional, where applicable
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must be CPR, First Aid, and CPI certified (hands-on course) on date of employment or prior to providing direct client care and maintain current certification throughout employment

• Valid and current driver's license, and personal vehicle insurance with your name listed as a driver.

• Willingness to use your personal vehicle to drive clients to appointments and groups, etc.(weekly mileage reimbursement at the IRS rate)

• Willingness to use the company vehicle to drive clients to appointments and groups, etc.

What's In It For You*

• Paid Time Off: Eligible employees (20+ hours/week) earn PTO each pay period for vacation and personal needs, with pro-rated accrual for part-time schedules and annual carryover up to set caps.

• Nine Paid Holidays & Shift differentials for hourly staff (6% for PM Shift, 10% for NOC Shift). Weekend Shift differentials for hourly staff (5% for Weekend AM Shift, 11% for Weekend PM Shift, 15% for Weekend NOC Shift)

• Free CEUs, free Supervision for BBS Associate License, coaching, and mentorship

• Online University Tuition Discount and Company Scholarships

• Medical, Vision, Dental Insurance, 401K, Employee Stock Ownership Plan

• For more information visit:https://www.telecarecorp.com/benefits

Join Our Compassionate Team

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.

Telecare's program in Santa Clara County is a 100-member high-fidelity Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) program for adults and older adults with severe and persistent mental illness (SPMI), co-occurring substance use issues, and /or other challenging and complex needs that increase their risk for poor treatment outcomes. Wraparound services and supports will not only include clinical interventions, such as multidisciplinary assessment and treatment, team-based case management, 24/7/365 crisis intervention, medication support, and integrated co-occurring substance abuse services, but also non-mental health support in such areas as community integration, housing, employment and education, transportation, and benefits.

EOE AA M/F/V/Disability

*May vary by location and position type

Full Job Description will be provided if selected for an interview.

If job posting references any sign-on bonus internal applicants and applicants employed with Telecare in the previous 12 months would not be eligible.

Qualifications

Education

• High School (required)
• GED (required)

Licenses & Certifications

• Cert Alcohol Drug Couns (required)
• Cert Addict Trtmnt Cnslr (required)
• Chemical Depndcy Prof-WA (required)

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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