Telecare Corporation·Castro Valley, California
The Recovery Specialist I provides care that addresses the physical and psychological needs of members. The role focuses on delivering recovery-centered care to adults with severe mental illness and developmental disabilities.
“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
The Recovery Specialist I provides care that responds to the physical and psychological needs of members served and is consistent with recovery-centered care principles.
Shifts Available: On-Call | Days and Shifts varies as needed
Expected starting wage is $23.00. 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 or G.E.D.
Demonstrated sensitivity to behavioral health issues and multi-cultural populations (e.g., exposure through family relationships, volunteering, or other previous experience(s) or coursework)
Valid and current driver’s license, and personal vehicle insurance with your name listed as a driver.
Willingness to use the company vehicle to drive clients to appointments and groups, etc.
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.
Redwood Place is a Mental health Rehabilitation Center (MHRC) serving adult residents ages 18+ who have been diagnosed with a severe mental illness and a developmental disability.
EOE AA M/F/V/Disability: *May vary by location and position type
Full Job Description will be provided if selected for an interview.
Behavioral Health, Case Manager, Case Management, Mental Health
If job posting references any sign-on bonus internal applicants and applicants employed with Telecare in the previous 12 months would not be eligible.
Candidates must have a high school diploma or G.E.D. and a valid driver's license with insurance, along with demonstrated sensitivity to behavioral health and multi-cultural populations.
Market context
In California, behavioral-health roles tied to substance use disorder counseling and case management are typically supported by ongoing community and treatment-program demand. These positions are competitive because employers often look for a high school diploma, at least 2 years of SUD counseling or case management experience, and current Registered or Certified Drug and Alcohol Counselor status. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit and note that professional development and paid continuing education are listed as benefits.