Substance Use Counselor Case Manager - Mental Health 640
Listed compensation
$26.46-$32.69/hr
The week · per this posting · Monday – Friday
Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations and time off.
Job 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
Full-Time | AM | Shifts: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM | Days: Monday - Friday
Expected starting wage range is $26.46 - $32.69. 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*
- 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
- 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.
At Presidio Palms Permanent Supportive Housing (PSH), we are here to help you maintain housing stability and thrive in your community. We believe recovery starts from within and our team will do whatever it takes to help you learn and apply coping skills, link you to resources, and power with you as you navigate your hopes and dreams.
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.
Key Responsibilities
The Case Manager serves as the primary support for individuals with mental illness, focusing on substance abuse recovery and independent living. They are responsible for linking clients to resources, teaching coping skills, and providing transportation for appointments.
Requirements
Candidates must possess a High School Diploma or G.E.D. along with specific substance abuse counseling certifications such as CADC, CATC, or SUDCC. Additionally, at least six months of experience in an addictions setting and a valid driver's license with personal vehicle insurance are required.
Key Skills
Addiction Medicine — Counselor Career Context
Of the 50 active Substance Use / Addiction Counselor listings this role was benchmarked against, 40% are remote, 32% have no call, 76% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$62k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $56k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | $55k–$68k | Substance Use / Addiction Counselor median $59k (middle half $54k–$64k)92 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$56k in purchasing power | California index 110.7 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Substance Use / Addiction Counselor listings in California | 1,055 active | 13,541 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 40% remote · 32% no call · 76% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Telecare | #3 of 16 for pay | Top Employers work-life index |
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