Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Case Manager

Hourly Rate: $24-$27 Temecula Recovery Center, part of Generations Recovery Centers, is dedicated to providing effective and compassionate addiction treatment in southern California. Our state‑of‑the‑art facility offers a structured environment that promotes healing and long‑term recovery. Position Overview The Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Case Manager is responsible for coordination of care and supporting clients through their recovery journey. The SUD Case Manager collaborates with clients, the treatment team, and external providers to coordinate discharge and aftercare plans, ensuring a smooth transition to the next level of care. They regularly meet with clients to assess needs, identify suitable referrals, and secure aftercare appointments. The SUD Case Manager will also be cross‑trained and scheduled for Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) shifts. Key Responsibilities Work cohesively with the Clinical Outreach Team to coordinate transitioning levels of care. Develop, implement, manage, and continually evaluate individualized client care plans and discharge plans. Maintain regular communication with families, referral sources, probation/parole officers, and other stakeholders, as appropriate and with proper consent. Assess each client’s social, employment, and medical needs, and facilitate necessary appointments and paperwork whenever possible. Assist clients in accessing community resources such as housing, employment, education, transportation, and financial assistance. Advocate for client’s needs within the healthcare, legal, housing and employment systems. Complete all documentation required within the outlined timeframes, prior to client’s discharge from the facility. Regularly meet with clients to assess progress, at a minimum of once weekly, and adjust care plans as needed. Facilitate Case Management groups, and additional groups as needed. Provide crisis management and intervention as needed.Maintain accurate, confidential, and up‑to‑date records, and complete charting in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR). Monitor compliance with court‑ordered, probation, or other external requirements when applicable. Provide psychoeducation to clients on recovery‑related topics (e.g., relapse prevention, life skills, coping strategies). Support client engagement in 12‑step, SMART Recovery, or other community‑based recovery support groups. Coordinate with medical staff regarding medication‑assisted treatment (MAT) follow‑up and adherence. Participate in ongoing training and professional development to remain current with best practices in SUD treatment and case management. Provide mentorship and support to Behavioral Health Technicians during cross‑trained shifts, promoting consistent client care standards. Requirements High school diploma or equivalent required. Minimum of one year of case management or equivalent role experience in a substance use disorder treatment program or other mental health setting required. Registered through California Consortium of Addiction Programs and Professionals (CCAPP), Addiction Counselor Certification Board of California (ACCBC), California Association for Alcohol/Drug Educators (CAADE), or California Association of DUI Treatment Programs (CADTP) preferred. Registered Drug and Alcohol Technician (RADT), Certified Alcohol & Drug Counselor Level I (CADC‑I) or similar certification preferred. Certification in approved de‑escalation and restraint techniques (e.g., CPI, Mandt, or equivalent), or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire. Valid CA Driver’s License with ability to pass a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check. Current Adult CPR certification required. Current Adult First Aid certification required. Equal Opportunity Employer. The company prohibits unlawful discrimination against employees or applicants based on race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, reproductive health decision making, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, military status, veteran status, uniformed servicemember status, sexual orientation, transgender identity, citizenship status, pregnancy, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr Generations Healthcare