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Case Manager Substance Use Counselor - Mental Health 357

Bakersfield, CAOnsiteFull TimeManager / Head$28–$34 /hrPosted 10 days agoVisa sponsorship available

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Required skills

  • High School Diploma
  • G.E.D
  • CADC I
  • CADC II
  • CADC III
  • SUDCC I
  • SUDCC II
  • SUDCC III
  • SUDCC IV
  • DHCS

Nice to have

  • BBS Associate License

Role summary

Telecare is seeking a full-time Case Manager Substance Use Counselor Certified to provide primary support and case management for individuals with mental illness, focusing on substance abuse and addictions. The role involves assisting clients in living as independently as possible within their chosen community. Responsibilities include managing substance use and addiction issues, learning necessary billing codes for drug medical programs, and maintaining certifications. The position requires a High School Diploma or G.E.D. with one year of experience in a mental health and drug/alcohol treatment environment, along with specific certifications (CADC I-III or SUDCC I-IV). The role also requires CPR, First Aid, CPI certification, a valid driver's license, and willingness to use a company vehicle for client transportation. Sensitivity to multi-cultural populations is essential.

“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...” - Client from Telecare

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: 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM | Days: Monday - Friday

Expected starting wage range is $27.85 - $34.42. 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 one (1) year 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 Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) and the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCAA)
  • Authorized to bill for drug medical programs, and within 2 months of employment learn necessary billing codes
  • 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 the company vehicle to drive clients to appointments and groups, etc.

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

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.

Adult residents of Kern County who are intoxicated from either alcohol or drugs, and are referred to the Recovery Station. These individuals previously may have been arrested for public intoxication and/or taken to unnecessary psychiatric crisis programs. Clinicians and peer staff will engage clients to connect with ongoing substance and/or mental health services, ensure linkage and “warm hand-offs” to other community-based services, and post-discharge follow-up.

EOE AA M/F/V/Disability

*May vary by location and position type

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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