Case Manager

Location: Santa Rosa, California 95401

Job Type: Full-time, W-2

Work Setting: Residential detox treatment center

Schedule: Tuesday-Saturday mixed schedule

Pay: $27-$30/hour, depending on experience and credential

Overview

Avento Health is recruiting a full-time Case Manager for a residential detox treatment setting in the Glen Ellen, California area. This role supports clients throughout the treatment process through assessment, care coordination, treatment planning, documentation, admissions support, and collaboration with the clinical team.

This is a strong opportunity for a behavioral health professional with substance use treatment experience who is passionate about helping clients and families navigate recovery in a structured residential environment.

Responsibilities

• Assess clients before and during treatment to support appropriate care planning.
• Serve as the primary case manager for assigned clients and help guide progress through treatment milestones.
• Develop, update, and document individualized treatment plans and client progress notes.
• Support admissions, program orientation, and communication with families and referral sources.
• Assist with medical, legal, and referral coordination as needed.
• Observe client self-administration of medications and document responses accurately.
• Maintain timely, accurate, and compliant documentation in client records.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members and communicate important client updates across shifts.
• Participate in aftercare support activities as needed.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED plus specialized training in chemical dependency, or higher level education.
• Experience working with clients in substance use treatment, chemical dependency counseling, or related behavioral health settings.
• Registered or trainee credential such as RADT, SUDRC, RAC, or CATC Trainee, or certified counselor credential such as CADC, SUDCC, or CATC.
• Strong case management, treatment planning, and documentation skills.
• Ability to provide culturally responsive care to diverse client populations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Current First Aid and CPR certification.
• Ability to work within professional and ethical guidelines.

Preferred Qualifications

• College-level preparation in counseling, behavioral health, social services, or a related field.
• Experience in residential treatment or detox settings.
• Experience working with clients who have co-occurring disorders.
• Knowledge of 12 Step recovery programs and other peer support models.
• Licensure as an MFT or LCSW.

Skills

• Case management
• Substance use treatment support
• Treatment planning
• Clinical documentation
• Care coordination
• Admissions support
• Family communication
• Cultural competence

Work Environment

This position is based in a residential detox treatment environment with a collaborative clinical team. The schedule is Tuesday-Saturday, primarily 10:00 AM-6:00 PM, with some days scheduled 1:00 PM-9:30 PM. There is no on-call requirement, though flexibility is needed to help cover call-offs as needed. This role may involve medication support cross-training after hire.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

This position offers the chance to make a direct impact in the recovery process while building strong case management experience in a residential setting. The role includes meaningful client support responsibilities, close collaboration with an experienced care team, and employer-supported benefits.

Benefits

• Employer pays 70% of benefits.
• Full-time W-2 employment.
• No on-call requirement.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Avento Health and its clients are equal opportunity employers. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

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