Case Aide, Next Steps Day Treatment

Lutheran Social Services of Illinois • Elgin, IL

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About The Position

Lutheran Social Services of Illinois (LSSI) is hiring a full-time Case Aide for its Next Steps Day Treatment program. The Case Aide provides whole-person services to clients participating in substance use disorder (SUD) services, including case management assistance. The role helps clients work toward their stated goals and objectives and collaborates with internal and external treatment professionals and community partners. The schedule is Saturday and Sunday from 4:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Clearance through a background check.
• Annual TB test.
• Demonstrated proficiency in EHR documentation and review.
• Clear verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organization, presentation, and computer skills, including experience with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and related software.
• Valid driver's license in good standing in the state of residency.
• Access to reliable transportation.
• Valid Illinois statutory minimum liability insurance coverage for bodily injury and property damage.

Nice To Haves

• Associate, bachelor's, or master's degree in a social service field.
• Experience helping people create change.
• Clinical training and experience using best practices, including experience with clients of varied ages, issues, and symptoms.
• Familiarity with accreditation and licensure standards.
• Experience establishing and maintaining collaborative community partnerships.

Responsibilities

• Meet and exceed revenue productivity.
• Collaborate with clients to complete intake and discharge packets and other administrative paperwork.
• Provide three hours of billable case management per eight-hour shift at the listed Elgin and Kenmore residential and recovery home programs.
• Follow compliance rules regarding treatment services and contracts.
• Complete documentation within required timelines.
• Understand and reflect the program's clinical model.
• Adhere to ethical treatment standards, including the NASW Code of Ethics.
• Act professionally and with integrity, treating clients, families, coworkers, and collaborative organizations or individuals with dignity, respect, honesty, and fairness.

Benefits

• On-demand access to earned wages through Dayforce Wallet.
• Competitive salary based on relevant education, experience, and licensure.
• Opportunity for advancement.
• For full-time employees: healthcare insurance, up to 26 days of paid time off per calendar year, 11 paid holidays, sick time, a 403(b) plan, and an Employee Assistance Program.
• Flexible hours.
• Paid training.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED