Case Manager Substance Use Counselor - Mental Health 357 at Telecare Corporation

, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

23 Jul, 26

Salary

34.42

Posted On

24 Apr, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Case Management, Substance Use Counseling, Mental Health Support, Crisis Intervention, Billing Codes, Documentation, Client Advocacy, CPR, First Aid, CPI Certification, Multi-cultural Sensitivity, Addiction Treatment

Industry

Mental Health Care

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...” - 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: Short-Hour | AM | Shifts: 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM | Days: Saturday & Sunday 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 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 * For more information visit : https://www.telecarecorp.com/benefits [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. 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. Case Manager, Case Management, Alcohol and Drug Counselor, Substance Use Disorder Counselor, Mental Health Worker If job posting references any sign-on bonus internal applicants and applicants employed with Telecare in the previous 12 months would not be eligible.

Responsibilities

The Case Manager serves as the primary support for individuals with mental illness and substance use disorders, assisting them in living independently. They facilitate warm hand-offs to community services and provide post-discharge follow-up for clients at the Recovery Station.