Substance Use Counselor Case Manager - Mental Health 357

Telecare Corporation • Bakersfield, CA

8h • $28 - $34

About The Position

Serves as the primary support and case manager for individuals with mental illness, helping them live as independently as possible in their chosen community, with a focus on substance abuse and addictions. The role supports adult Kern County residents who are intoxicated from alcohol or drugs and referred to the Recovery Station. Clinicians and peer staff engage clients to connect them with ongoing substance use and/or mental health services, coordinate warm hand-offs to community-based services, and provide post-discharge follow-up. The position is on-call, with shifts and days varying as needed. The expected starting wage range is $27.85–$34.42; the applicable range depends on geographic work location, and starting pay is commensurate with relevant experience above the minimum requirements.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED and one year of experience in a treatment environment for mental health and drug and alcohol issues.
• Certification as a CADC I, II, or III, or SUDCC I, II, III, or IV, approved by the Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) and the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCAA); certifications must be maintained throughout employment.
• Authorized to bill for drug medical programs and able to learn necessary billing codes within two months of employment.
• Within two months of employment, able to apply financial requirements for billing and learn billing codes.
• Sensitivity to multicultural populations and issues.
• Credentialed as a qualified mental health professional where applicable.
• At least 18 years of age.
• CPR, First Aid, and CPI certification from a hands-on course by the date of employment or before providing direct client care; certifications must remain current throughout employment.
• Valid and current driver’s license and personal vehicle insurance listing the employee as a driver.
• Willingness to use the company vehicle to drive clients to appointments, groups, and other activities.
• Successful completion of applicable post-offer physical examination, two-step PPD tuberculosis test, criminal background clearances, excluded-party sanctions, and degree or license verification.
• If driving is required, valid driver’s license, motor vehicle clearance, and proof of auto insurance are required at employment and must be maintained; additional regulatory, contractual, or local requirements may apply.

Responsibilities

• Provide primary support and case management to individuals with mental illness, focusing on substance abuse and addictions.
• Assist individuals to live as independently as possible in their chosen community.
• Engage intoxicated adult residents referred to the Recovery Station and connect them with ongoing substance use and/or mental health services.
• Ensure linkage and warm hand-offs to community-based services.
• Provide post-discharge follow-up.
• Use the company vehicle to transport clients to appointments, groups, and other activities.

Benefits

• Eligible employees working 20 or more hours per week earn paid time off each pay period for vacation and personal needs; accrual is prorated for part-time schedules and annual carryover is subject to set caps.
• Nine paid holidays.
• Shift differentials for hourly staff: 6% for PM shift and 10% for NOC shift; weekend differentials: 5% for Weekend AM, 11% for Weekend PM, and 15% for Weekend NOC.
• Free continuing education units, free supervision for BBS Associate License, coaching, and mentorship.
• Online university tuition discount and company scholarships.
• Medical, vision, and dental insurance.
• 401(k).
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED