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How much do addiction case manager jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for addiction case manager in Florida is $17.15, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.38 and $18.51 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an addiction case manager?

To thrive as an Addiction Case Manager, you need a background in social work, counseling, or psychology, often supported by a relevant degree and, in some cases, certification such as CADC or LADC. Familiarity with electronic case management systems, assessment tools, and treatment planning software is typically required. Strong interpersonal skills, cultural competence, and crisis intervention abilities help case managers build trust and support clients through recovery. These skills and qualifications are vital for effectively coordinating care, fostering client engagement, and improving recovery outcomes.

What are some common challenges faced by addiction case managers when coordinating care for clients?

Addiction Case Managers often encounter challenges such as navigating limited community resources, addressing co-occurring mental health issues, and managing clients’ fluctuating motivation for recovery. They must balance advocacy for their clients with the requirements of various healthcare and social service systems. Building trust with clients and collaborating effectively with multidisciplinary teams—including counselors, healthcare providers, and social workers—are essential skills for overcoming these obstacles and ensuring clients receive comprehensive, continuous support.

What is the difference between Addiction Case Manager vs Substance Abuse Counselor?

AspectAddiction Case ManagerSubstance Abuse Counselor
Required CredentialsCertification (e.g., CADC, CCS) often preferred; some roles require a bachelor's degreeCertification (e.g., CADC, LPC); typically requires a master's degree or higher
Work EnvironmentHealthcare facilities, community agencies, outpatient clinicsRehabilitation centers, outpatient clinics, hospitals
Employer & Industry UsageBehavioral health agencies, social services, hospitalsRehab centers, clinics, mental health organizations

While both roles focus on supporting individuals with substance use issues, Addiction Case Managers primarily coordinate care, provide resources, and assist with treatment plans, often working in community or healthcare settings. Substance Abuse Counselors typically provide direct therapy, counseling, and behavioral interventions. Both roles require relevant certifications and work within similar environments, but their core responsibilities differ.

What cities in Florida are hiring for Addiction Case Manager jobs?

Cities in Florida with the most Addiction Case Manager job openings:

Infographic showing various Addiction Case Manager job openings in Florida as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 81% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 17% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $35,678 per year, or $17.2 per hour.

Peer Recovery Specialist/Case Manager 1

Tri-County Human Services

Lakeland, FL

$16.25 - $20.75/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 12 days ago


Job description

The Peer Recovery Specialist/Case Manager 1

Position Description

The Peer Recovery Specialist/Case Manager 1 will provide direct input, from a consumer’s perspective, regarding the transformation of community services. Serves as a sounding board for individuals issues and concerns. The Transformation/Peer Specialist will role model competency in recovery and ongoing coping skills. Will provide individualized case management services (linkages to medical, community and specialty services) as needed by the person served.

Position Expectation

In keeping with the mission and core values of Tri-County Human Services, all persons served, stakeholders, and fellow employees will be treated with dignity, respect, and shown sensitivity to their cultural diversity. Referenced by policy numbers 100.000, 100.000A, and 100.004.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

  1. Attends and participates in community forums dealing with substance abuse and mental health issues and concerns.
  2. Speaks to individuals regarding services received and provides feedback to both the department and providers.
  3. Assist providers in developing role recovery objectives that meet individual progress towards their goals.
  4. Will discuss with individual's areas within the provider's service delivery that needs to the targeted for improvement.
  5. Engages individuals to talk about their experiences to promote understanding of life experiences and its effects on functioning and to promote hope for recovery.
  6. Is able to develop rapport with persons involved in the criminal justice system, who have alcohol or drug problems, or who have other behavioral/emotional difficulties.
  7. Assists with enrollment for services provided by community behavioral health providers.
  8. Assist provider staff in identifying program environments that are conducive to recovery; lend their unique insight into mental illness and what makes recovery possible.
  9. Assists in peer group support utilizing the Illness Management and Recovery model to facilitate problem solving, communication skills development and personal growth.
  10. Provides services with area/s of competency, i.e. life experience, training, certification, education or other background in the service area. Seeks direction from clinicians when needs fall outside areas of competency.
  11. Assists in completing and maintaining a personal recovery plan which includes identified person centered strengths, needs, abilities, and goals, interventions to assist the veteran in reaching these goals and progress made toward these goals.
  12. Attend treatment teams meeting as requested to promote and support consumer's insight to recovery as directed.
  13. Provides specific community liaison services as assigned by supervisor.
  14. Performs other reasonable and related duties as assigned.

Minimum Training and Experience

Requires a high school diploma or G.E.D. and at least one (1) year of full-time experience in a mental health or addictions treatment setting. Within 1 year of hire, must obtain certification as a Peer Recovery Specialist by the Florida Certification Board.

Requires knowledge of addictions treatment and/or mental health treatment programs and supportive services. Requires general understanding of the causes, nature, and treatment of substance abuse and/or mental health problems.

This job description is not a written nor implied contract and may be revised by Tri-County Human Services, Inc. at their discretion.