Substance Use Counselor Case Manager - Mental Health 640

Telecare Corporation•San Diego, CA

3d•$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, helping them live as independently as possible in their chosen community, with a focus on substance abuse and addictions. The position is with Presidio Palms Permanent Supportive Housing, where the team supports housing stability and community living by helping clients develop coping skills, connect with resources, and pursue their hopes and goals.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED and one of the following credentials: Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC), Certified Addiction Treatment Counselor (CATC), Substance Use Disorder Certified Counselor (SUDCC, SUDCC II, III, or IV), or Chemical Dependency Professional (CDP in Washington). In Arizona, certification must meet state minimum requirements as a Licensed Independent Substance Abuse Counselor (LISAC), Licensed Associate Substance Abuse Counselor (LASAC), or Licensed Substance Abuse Technician (LSAT).
Six months of experience in an addictions setting.
Maintain all certifications for the duration of employment.
Ability to apply financial requirements for billing and learn billing codes within two months of employment.
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 on the date of employment or before providing direct client care, and maintain current certifications throughout employment.
Valid and current driver's license and personal vehicle insurance listing the employee as a driver.
Willingness to use a personal vehicle to drive clients to appointments and groups and to attend meetings; weekly mileage reimbursement is provided at the IRS rate.

Responsibilities

Provide primary support and case management to individuals with mental illness.
Help individuals live as independently as possible in their chosen community, with a focus on substance abuse and addictions.
Help clients learn and apply coping skills, connect with resources, and maintain housing stability.
Drive clients to appointments and groups using a personal vehicle.
Use a personal vehicle to attend meetings.

Benefits

Paid time off for eligible employees working 20 or more hours per week, with prorated accrual for part-time schedules and annual carryover up to set caps.
Nine paid holidays.
Shift differentials for hourly staff: 6% for PM shifts and 10% for NOC shifts.
Weekend shift differentials for hourly staff: 5% for Weekend AM, 11% for Weekend PM, and 15% for Weekend NOC shifts.
Free continuing education units, 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.
Weekly mileage reimbursement at the IRS rate for required personal vehicle use.