Substance Use Counselor Case Manager - Mental Health 640

Telecare Corporation

San Diego (CA)

On-site

USD 36,000 - 45,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Nine Paid Holidays

Free CEUs

Tuition Discount

Medical, Vision, Dental Insurance

401K

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Job summary

Telecare Corporation seeks a Case Manager Substance Use Counselor Certified to support individuals with mental illness and substance use needs. This role focuses on helping clients live more independently in their communities.

The position emphasizes coordinating services, meeting requirements for certifications, and providing compassionate care across shift schedules. Valid licenses and driving may be required, with a strong emphasis on equity and recovery.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED with required addiction-counselor certifications.
Minimum 6 months experience in addictions setting.
Certifications must be maintained during employment.
Ability to learn billing codes within 2 months.
Sensitivity to multicultural populations.
Credentialing as qualified mental health professional where applicable.
Must be at least 18 years old.
CPR, First Aid, CPI certification on date of employment.

Responsibilities

Serve as primary support and case manager for individuals with mental illness, focusing on substance abuse and addictions.
Help clients live as independently as possible in their chosen community.
Coordinate services and supports to promote recovery and housing stability.

Skills

Substance use counseling

Multicultural sensitivity

Customer service

Billing/code knowledge

CPR/First Aid

CPI certification

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

CADC/CATC/SUDCC/SUDCC II/III/IV

Job 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...

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 | AM | Shifts: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM | Days: Monday - Friday

Expected starting wage range is $26.46 - $32.69. 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 your personal vehicle to attend meetings, etc. (weekly mileage reimbursement at the IRS rate)

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.

At Presidio Palms Permanent Supportive Housing (PSH), we are here to help you maintain housing stability and thrive in your community. We believe recovery starts from within and our team will do whatever it takes to help you learn and apply coping skills, link you to resources, and power with you as you navigate your hopes and dreams.

EOE AA M/F/V/Disability

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.

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