Impactful Case Manager & Counselor - Behavioral Health

Social Model Recovery Systems; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Social Model Recovery Systems is seeking a Case Manager with potential duties as a Counselor to provide screening, intake, assessment, orientation, counseling, and treatment planning. The role emphasizes collaboration with providers, documentation, and participant-centered interventions.

Requirements include SUD registration or current path to certification, ongoing CEUs, and strong English communication. A California-based, on-site position with standard healthcare access is offered.

Qualifications

• Current SUD Counselor registration with a state agency or ability to obtain within five years.
• Active enrollment in an approved counselor education program with progress evidence.
• High School diploma or GED required.
• Certification as SUD Counselor and ongoing CEUs.
• Registered with BBS as AMFT/ACSW/APCC or equivalent license eligibility.
• Masters in behavioral health preferred for licensed-paths; licensure pursued.

Responsibilities

• Model ethical behavior and maintain HIPAA compliance in all interactions.
• Coordinate treatment resources to meet participant needs.
• Conduct intake, assessment, counseling, and treatment planning.
• Document services timely per agency and regulatory standards.
• Assist with transportation and utilization of service units.
• Support benefits applications (SSI, Medi-Cal) when applicable.
• Maintain relationships with families, community partners, and professionals.
• Attend staff meetings and trainings as required.

Skills

English fluency

Public speaking

Documentation in EHR

Computer literacy

Education

SUD Counselor registration (state approved)

Enrollment in counselor education program

High School diploma or GED

SUD Counselor certification

BBS AMFT/ACSW/APCC registration

LMFT/LCSW/LPCC license (optional)

Tools

Electronic health records (EHR)

Telehealth platforms

Microsoft Office

Job description

Social Model Recovery Systems is seeking a Case Manager with potential duties as a Counselor to provide screening, intake, assessment, orientation, counseling, and treatment planning. The role emphasizes collaboration with providers, documentation, and participant-centered interventions.

Requirements include SUD registration or current path to certification, ongoing CEUs, and strong English communication. A California-based, on-site position with standard healthcare access is offered.