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Case Manager Substance Use Counselor - Mental Health 602

Counselor 8.0 Work-LifeNo weekendsNo nightsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$26.5-$32.5/hr

The week · per this posting · Monday – FridayWeekdays only

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Posted 7mo ago · Verified live

Job Description

What You Will Do to Change Lives

At Telecare, we don’t just provide services; we help people reclaim their hopes and dreams. As a Case Manager & Substance Use Counselor, you will be the primary advocate for individuals navigating the complexities of mental illness and addiction.

Working at Kearny Vista Permanent Supportive Housing, you’ll meet clients where they are—literally and figuratively. Whether you’re leading a group session in a community space or providing 1-on-1 support in the field, your presence provides the stability they need to live independently and thrive.

What Your Day-to-Day Looks Like

  • Empowerment: Assist residents in maintaining housing stability through personalized behavioral health screenings and care coordination.
  • Advocacy: Act as the primary case manager, connecting clients to the resources they need to stay healthy and safe.
  • Connection: Facilitate community-building events like BBQs, tenant education, and support groups to foster a sense of belonging.
  • Mobility: Use your personal vehicle to help clients get to vital appointments (with full mileage reimbursement!).

Schedule: Full-Time | Monday to Friday | 10:30 AM - 7:00 PM

Expected starting wage range is $26.50 - $32.50/hr. 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 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)
  • Willingness to use your personal vehicle to attend meetings, etc. (weekly mileage reimbursement at the IRS rate)

What’s In It for You*

  • Free CEUs, free Supervision for BBS Associate License, coaching, and mentorship
  • Nine Paid Holidays & 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.
  • 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)
  • Online University Tuition Discount and Company Scholarships
  • Medical, Vision, Dental Insurance, 401K, Employee Stock Ownership Plan
  • For more information visit: telecarecorp.com

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.

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).

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.

Key Responsibilities

The Case Manager & Substance Use Counselor acts as the primary advocate, assisting residents in maintaining housing stability through personalized behavioral health screenings and care coordination. Responsibilities also include facilitating community-building events and connecting clients to necessary resources for health and safety.

Requirements

Candidates must possess a High School Diploma or G.E.D along with specific substance use counselor certifications (CADC, CATC, SUDCC, or CDP/LISAC/LASAC/LSAT depending on location) and six months of addictions setting experience. Additional requirements include maintaining CPR, First Aid, and CPI certifications, having a valid driver's license, and being willing to use a personal vehicle for client transport.

Key Skills

Substance Use CounselingMental Health SupportClient AdvocacyGroup FacilitationClient TransportationCultural SensitivityFirst Aid CertificationCpr CertificationCpi Certification

Addiction Medicine — Counselor Career Context

Of the 48 active Addiction Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 67% are remote, 33% have no call, 75% require no weekends.

Addiction Medicine pay on WeekdayDoc is up 2.4% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Case Manager Substance Use Counselor - Mental Health 602 at Telecare a 8.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as excellent. This places the position in the top 5% in Substance Use / Addiction Counselor — ranked against 1,008 active Substance Use / Addiction Counselor listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements, no night shifts.

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Benefits & Perks

Health Insurance
Dental
Vision
401K
Employee Stock Ownership Plan
Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays
Free CEUs