Certified SUD Care Coordinator (RADT or CADC)

Bay Area Community Services (BACS); Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 37,195 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% employer-paid medical, dental, and life insurance

31 days off

403b retirement plan

Free iPhone with unlimited data

Clinical supervision hours towards licensure

Job summary

Bay Area Community Services (BACS) is seeking a Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Care Coordinator/Case Manager to provide therapeutic interventions and services to individuals facing co-occurring disorders. Ideal candidates have 4 years of related experience and RADT, CADC 1/SUDCC certification. The position involves direct community-based services, requiring travel throughout Alameda County and a valid California driver’s license.

BACS offers competitive pay starting at $27.00 per hour, with additional benefits including medical coverage and a supportive work environment aimed at personal growth.

Qualifications

• 4 years of paid experience in mental health/social services.
• Current RADT, CADC 1/SUDCC certification required within 90 days.
• Valid California driver's license and insurance required.

Responsibilities

• Provide high quality therapeutic interventions and services.
• Conduct risk assessments and create personalized service plans.
• Document and maintain data collection and records in compliance.

Skills

Therapeutic case management

Crisis intervention

Community resource development

Outreach and engagement

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma

Preferred Degree in mental health/social services

Tools

Personal vehicle

DMV printout

Job description

The Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Care Coordinator/Case Manager is responsible for developing and providing high quality therapeutic interventions and services in support of an individual’s wellness and recovery focused on people struggling with co‑occurring disorders. Services include strength‑based and needs‑based therapeutic case management, problem‑solving, therapeutic rehabilitation including skills‑building, benefits support, resource development, housing navigation, crisis intervention, and family support. Current RADT, CADC 1/SUDCC certification is required or must be obtained within 90 days. 4 years of experience in case management in field‑based settings, addiction treatment, addiction counseling, substance use treatment, or peer counseling are required.

This is a community‑based position providing direct, face‑to‑face services to individuals who are chronically homeless and require travel throughout Alameda County.

Schedules

Includes one weekend day. Either Sun – Thurs or Tues – Sat.

Addiction Counselor Responsibilities

• Responsible for development and delivery of a full complement of services, including individual, family, and group counseling, individual rehabilitation, and case management/brokerage for individuals within the Care Coordinator's caseload as assigned.
• Responsible for utilizing evidence‑based practice for the designated population/program to assure high quality results and intended impact.
• Responsible for continuously assessing individual’s risk status including risk based on symptoms, substance use, environment, physical conditions, etc. and intervening appropriately.
• Responsible for assessing the continued service necessity and creating a service plan that aims at an individual getting better/healthy and accomplishing service goals that are person‑centered and belong to the client.
• Responsible for continuous outreach and progressive engagement and reporting disengagement to the team immediately. Responsible for working with outreach team and determining when to disenroll individual based on program protocols.
• Responsible for domain‑based assessment, screening referrals, service planning, community planning and benefit coordination which supports wellness and recovery principles. Responsible for care planning and therapeutic case management using a whatever‑it‑takes approach.
• Documents and maintains all data collection, reporting, and charting records in accordance with BACS and other relevant county regulatory policies/agencies. Responsible for producing required number of regulatory units of service per month (65% of staff’s time must be providing face‑to‑face or other eligible community‑based support).
• Participates in supervision, staff meetings, consultation, travel, crisis/emergency coverage, weekend coverage, as well as, agency‑wide meetings and training, as required by manager.
• Able to work independently and as a member of a therapeutic team.
• Is adaptable and open to change and new information; adapts behavior and work methods in response to new information, changing conditions, or unexpected obstacles. Adjusts rapidly to new situations warranting attention and resolution.
• Is effective at balancing interests of a variety of clients; readily readjusts priorities to respond to pressing and changing client demands. Anticipates and meets the need of clients; achieves quality end‑products; is committed to continuous improvement of services.
• Other duties as assigned.

Addiction Counselor Qualifications

• High School Diploma required and must have 4 years of paid work experience in mental health/social services. One of those years may be in a customer service function. Degree is preferred.
• Current RADT, CADC 1/SUDCC certification is required or must be obtained within 90 days.
• Valid California driver’s license, personal vehicle, and proof of personal vehicle insurance coverage are required. DMV printout required.
• Extensive local travel is required, vehicle reimbursement is provided. Care Coordinators/ Counselors transport clients in their personal vehicle.

SUD Counselor Compensation & Benefits

• Starting at $27.00 per hour, then $30.00 per hour after satisfactory performance and achievement of all job related goals and requirements for the 90 day introductory period.
• 100% employer‑paid medical, dental, and life insurance coverage options for employees, plus a vision reimbursement program. Children’s healthcare coverage is available for as little as $25/month. Average employer‑paid benefit value: approximately $913/month per enrolled individual. BACS contributions apply to company‑sponsored plans only.
• +3% per hour for tested language competency in Chinese, Cantonese, Spanish, Vietnamese, Mandarin, Farsi, Cambodian or Tagalog.
• 31 days off (20 PTO/12 Holiday), increasing with tenure.
• 403b.
• Clinical supervision hours towards licensure.
• Free iPhone with unlimited data for personal/professional use + laptop for easy mobility.
• Significant internal growth opportunities.

Bay Area Community Services, a CARF accredited non‑profit community‑based agency.

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