Job Detail

The Alcohol & Drug (AOD) Case Manager provides trauma-informed, culturally competent support to formerly incarcerated and/or unhoused women in recovery. This hybrid position integrates substance use counseling with intensive case management to help clients achieve long-term sobriety, housing stability, and self-sufficiency. The AOD Case Manager is responsible for assessing client needs, developing individualized treatment and housing plans, providing clinical counseling, and connecting clients to community-based supports, in alignment with DHCS, CARF, and Time for Change Foundation’s programmatic goals.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical & Case Management Services

• Conduct biopsychosocial assessments and develop individualized treatment and transitional action plans using ASAM criteria and housing needs assessments.

• Provide individual and group counseling using evidence-based practices such as CBT, MI, and trauma-informed care.

• Monitor client progress through weekly check-ins, service coordination, and documentation.

• Assist clients in navigating and accessing social services, including mental health care, public benefits, education, employment training, and permanent housing.

• Maintain active engagement in recovery services including 12-step groups and sponsor accountability. • Provide crisis intervention, relapse prevention, and de-escalation support as needed.

• Advocate for clients with external agencies and accompany them to appointments when appropriate.

Administrative Duties

• Maintain timely, complete, and confidential documentation in alignment with HIPAA and DHCS standards (e.g., clinical notes within 24 hours).

• Track client milestones and update treatment/housing plans monthly. • Participate in quality improvement activities and required staff trainings (HIPAA, CPR/First Aid, cultural competence).

• Maintain accurate electronic and physical case files and contribute to outcome data reporting. Program Collaboration & Development

• Attend multidisciplinary team meetings and case conferences to review client progress.

• Coordinate care with medical providers, behavioral health professionals, and housing specialists.

• Contribute to development of new treatment and recovery support protocols.

• Participate in outreach, community education, and prevention activities. Minimum

Qualifications

• Certified AOD Counselor registered with CCAPP, CADTP, or CAADE (active and in good standing).

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or a related field.

• At least 3 years of direct experience working with substance use disorders, incarceration-impacted populations, and/or co-occurring disorders.

• CPR/First Aid certification and current TB clearance. • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and electronic health record systems.

• Strong knowledge of DSM-5, ASAM, trauma-informed care, and harm reduction strategies. Time for Change Foundation is an at-will Equal Opportunity Employer.

Required Competencies

• Strong assessment, treatment planning, and documentation skills.

• High level of cultural competency and ability to work with diverse populations.

• Ability to work independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team.

• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.

• Knowledge of local community resources and support systems.

• Commitment to the values and mission of the Time for Change Foundation

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit for extended periods

• Ability to operate computer and standard office equipment

• May require occasional light lifting up to 20 pounds

• May require standing for extended periods during group sessions

Position Type

• Full-time Location

• San Bernardino, CA

About Time for Change Foundation

Time for Change Foundation's (TFCF) mission is to empower communities towards economic prosperity and holistic well-being through a culmination of innovative projects and services designed to establish both housing and economic development as the foundation upon which everyone can be assured the opportunity to reach their fullest potential. In 2002, our founder, Kim Carter took the pain of her past to create the remedy to end homelessness, family separation and incarceration. She knew that creating affordable housing and economic opportunities would give women the tools they need to reach self-sufficiency and reclaim their families. Today, TFCF's innovative approach has helped 4,800 homeless women become self-sufficient, reunited 324 kids from foster care back with their moms and created a model that is being duplicated across California. Time for Change Foundation is a beacon of light, “Rising like the sun, so others can shine.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $26.44 - $33.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Experience:

• Case management: 1 year (Required)
• AOD Counseling: 3 years (Required)
• Working with at-risk populations: 1 year (Required)
• incarceration-impacted populations: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• AOD Certification registered with CCAPP, CADTP, or CAADE (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• San Bernardino, CA 92405 (Required)

Work Location: In person