Case Manager Substance Use CATC CADC SUDCC - Mental Health 602

Main Template•San Diego, CA

2d•$26 - $33

About The Position

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. Hours of operation are 8:00am-7:00pm ; Monday - Saturday Schedules Available: Monday- Friday , or work Saturday with the option to take one day off during the week. Shifts Available: Full Time; 8:00am - 4:30pm and 10:30am - 7:00pm 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. 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. In partnership with San Diego Behavioral Health Services and San Diego Housing Commission, Telecare offers onsite supportive and case management services for persons residing at Kearny Vista Permanent Supportive Housing (PSH). Service participation is voluntary and not a requirement of residing at Kearny Vista. Telecare works with tenants to engage them in services according to their behavioral health and case management needs. Services are provided throughout the community based on preference: on-site in Kearny Vista PSH community space; in individual units; in the supportive service office; or in the community, if appropriate. These services focus on housing stability and retention, including but not limited to: 1)Outreach and engagement services addressing housing stabilization and case management needs, 2) Behavioral health assessment, screening, care coordination, and referrals for residents at high risk, in need of more intensive behavioral health services to maintain housing, 3) Addressing ongoing behavioral health care coordination needs, and 4) Offering site-wide community integration opportunities (BBQs, celebrations, tenant education, and other groups).

Requirements

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)

Responsibilities

Serves as the primary support and case manager for individuals with mental illness
Assists individuals to live as independently as possible in their chosen community
Focuses on substance abuse and addictions
Outreach and engagement services addressing housing stabilization and case management needs
Behavioral health assessment, screening, care coordination, and referrals for residents at high risk, in need of more intensive behavioral health services to maintain housing
Addressing ongoing behavioral health care coordination needs
Offering site-wide community integration opportunities (BBQs, celebrations, tenant education, and other groups)

Benefits

Paid Time Off: For Full Time Employee it is 16.7 days in your first year
Nine Paid Holidays & Shift differentials for hourly staff (6% for PM Shift, 10% for Overnight Shift). Weekend Shift differentials for hourly staff (5% for Weekend AM Shift, 11% for Weekend PM Shift, 15% for Weekend Overnight 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

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